Description
This original 1943 lithograph is a wartime call to American housewives to contribute to the war effort by collecting kitchen grease and fat for munitions production. The poster depicts oil pouring from a ladle into explosives, with a military cannon in the background. It represents the home-front mobilization that made every household a participant in victory.
Poster Specifications:
- ✓ Original lithograph from 1943 (not a reproduction)
- ✓ Archival linen backing with preserved original fold marks
- ✓ U.S. Government propaganda poster
- ✓ Museum-quality condition, ready to frame
- ✓ Certificate of Authenticity included
Historical Context:
During World War II, no resource was wasted. Kitchen grease and rendered fats were essential raw materials for manufacturing explosives and munitions. The government launched a nationwide collection campaign, asking housewives to bring their waste fats to local meat dealers. This poster was part of that effort—transforming everyday household waste into military supplies.
The campaign reflected the total-war mobilization of American society, where civilians understood their domestic choices directly supported combat operations.
Condition & Authenticity:
🛡️ Original fold marks from government mailing (carefully restored during professional linen backing)
🛡️ Standard for authentic WWII government posters—does not diminish value
🛡️ IVPDA Certified Dealer
🛡️ Linen-backed original with Certificate of Authenticity
Historical Significance:
This poster exemplifies WWII propaganda design—simple messaging, direct appeal, and visual urgency combined to mobilize civilian participation. Today, it’s a collectible artifact that documents how wartime necessity transformed ordinary household routines into patriotic duty.
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