World War I: Iconic Uncle Sam Recruiting Poster By James Montgomery Flagg. This is a 1917 example, size 30" x 40", w...
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World War I: Iconic Uncle Sam Recruiting Poster By James Montgomery Flagg. This is a 1917 example, size 30" x 40", with text which reads, "I Want You/ For U.S. Army/ Nearest Recruiting Station." Flagg's name appears above the "You," and stately blue and red stripes act as a border along the edges. This iconic poster is without question the most recognizable war propaganda poster ever created, reissued and re-purposed multiple times throughout the years. Drawing inspiration from the 1916 Lord Kitchener poster published by David Allen & Sons, Flagg utilized the imagery of Lord Kitchener's forcefully pointed finger while modeling Uncle Sam on a self-portrait of himself. This image originally appeared on the July 6, 1916 cover of Leslie Magazine, for which Flagg worked as an illustrator. The original text read, "What are you doing for preparedness?," with the "I Want You" text not appearing until February 15, 1917.Condition: Mounted on linen. Five minor closed edge tears on the left side, including a longer one that measures 5.25" in length. Some touch-up to the blue border. Bold colors. Looks great! An exceptional example.
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2025 October 24 - 25 Americana & Political Signature® Auction #6324 (go to Auction Home page)
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