Description
War Stamps Buy Bonds Poster 1942
Original Artwork
This 1942 poster urges Americans to purchase war stamps and bonds. A mother and daughter sit together examining stamps in a booklet. An army cap rests nearby, symbolizing the soldier away at war. The bold text reads: “Even a Little Can Help a Lot—Now” and “Buy U.S. War Stamps & Bonds.”
Artist
Alfred Parker created this iconic wartime illustration. Parker was a celebrated American illustrator known for his glamorous, modern aesthetic. Ladies’ Home Journal sponsored the artwork.
Wartime Purpose
Americans purchased war stamps to fund military operations during World War II. Stamps cost ten cents each. Citizens collected them in booklets to redeem Series E War Bonds. The poster connected families to the war effort.
Official Details
• Original 1942 lithograph (not a reproduction)
• U.S. Government Printing Office: 1942-O-455803
• Linen-backed
• Museum-quality condition
• Includes Certificate of Authenticity
Why This Poster Matters
Wartime propaganda mobilized civilians to invest in victory. This poster shows how families—especially mothers and daughters—supported soldiers fighting overseas financially.
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