On May 13, 1940, Winston Churchill gave his first, and some believe one of his greatest speeches as British prime minister. This poster was created to both remind the British public of his words as a way to bolster their resolve and as a call to other countries, especially the United States, that assistance to Britain was imperitive for world peace. "At this time I feel entitled to claim the aid of all, and I say, ‘Come then, let us go forward together with our united strength.’”
A series of three posters issued in the event of war. The designs were never officially issued so few originals can be found. Some in the government felt that the posters were not inspiring and were even annoying to the British people as the posters would “seem to doubt the steadiness of their nerves.”
Make Do and Mend was a pamphlet that became an essential guide meant to provide housewives with useful tips and advice on how to deal with clothes rationing.
