Poster encouraging parents to become ARP wardens

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Date:1940 - 1949 (c.)

Description:During World War 2 images of children were often used in propaganda and government publicity. They were used to remind parents and others of why the nation was at war and to encourage adults to ‘do their bit’. Children became the symbols of a better future once the war was over.

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Envelope marked ‘Secret: Not to be Opened’ sent to the head teacher of Shooting Butts Camp School by Staffordshire Education Authority on 17 April 1942

The envelope was to be kept under lock and key and only to be opened in the event of invasion.

Instructions on the position of schools in the event of invasion sent to the head teacher of Shooting Butts Camp School by Staffordshire Education Authority on 17 April 1942

Advertisement placed by Cadbury in The Nursery World advising parents on how to prevent children suffering from war worries

Cadbury advertised their Bourn-vita drink as a nutritious product that would help children sleep and ...

Poster encouraging parents to become ARP wardens

During World War 2 images of children were often used in propaganda and government publicity. They were ...

Poster advertising defence bonds to raise money for the war effort

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Second World War Postcards and Ephemera Paintings, Prints and Drawings Children and Childhood Birmingham 1901-2000 (20th century)

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Donor ref:BAH: WW2 Ephemera (110/2241)

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