Original U.S. WWII Red Cross Blood Donation Propaganda Poster - “For Defense, Blood Means Life” - 16” x 22” French Holsters The blade is in very

The blade is in very good condition and free of nicks

and one is dated 1939

On 12 February 1940 the color was ordered changed to a bluish green called "reed-green

5” tall with large ear handle of typical sea going shape with a flared bottom

which was the Waffenfarbe (corps color) during WWII for the Heer Nebelwerfer Rocket and Chemical Troops

Original U.S. WWII Red Cross Blood Donation Propaganda Poster - “For Defense, Blood Means Life” - 16” x 22” French Holsters The blade is in veryOriginal Item: Only One Available. During WWII the Government tried to identify the most effective poster style. One government commissioned study concluded that the best posters were those that made a direct, emotional appeal and presented realistic pictures in photographic detail. The study found that symbolic or humorous posters attracted less attention, made a less favorable impression, and did not inspire enthusiasm. Nevertheless, many symbolic