World War II Posters

“Victory begins at home” was a common message during the war. With resources being shipped overseas, housewives were specifically targeted and reminded of their shared responsibility in winning the war on the home front—they had a “real war job.”  (See "Jenny on the Job" tab for a comparison of posters directed toward women in the workforce.) Growing and preserving food was an encouraged sacrifice. Some posters offer a catchy “Can All You Can,” whereas others factually display useful, step-by-step instructions on canning.  

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