"U.S. Marines on Land at Sea in the Air Defend America" Vintage WWII Poster by Paul Woyshner, 1942

This is an original World War II Marines recruitment poster, issued in 1942 and illustrated by Paul Woyshner. The poster depicts a swooping bald eagle and the outline of the United States map at top and center, while a line of advancing soldiers and a large cruiser ship are illustrated at the bottom. The poster states “U.S. Marines, on LAND, at SEA, in the AIR, Defend America” in bold red lettering. The phrase “on LAND, at SEA, in the AIR” is a reference to the first stanza of the Marines Hymn, the oldest official song in the U.S. Armed Forces. At the bottom of the poster is an overprinted address for a local recruitment office in Atlanta, "76 Forsyth Street, N.W., Atlanta GA" This bold colorful yellow poster is uncommon and quite collectible. 

In World War II, Marines played a central role, participating in nearly every significant battle in the Pacific theater. During the war, the Corps grew from two brigades to two corps with six divisions, and five air wings with 132 squadrons. In addition, 20 Defense Battalions and  a Parachute Battalion were also set up. In all, the Corps totaled at a maximum end strength of over 475,000 Marines, the highest in its history. Posters such as this one were crucial in recruiting young men to join the Marines. 

CONDITION:

Very good condition. Color is strong and vibrant. Poster in yellow, black and red ,with an Atlanta recruitment office overprint. Paper is healthy with only smudges and light surface soiling to the outer margins. Original folds, as issued. Unframed Dimensions: 39  ¾” H x 28”W.

Poster has been artfully framed in a custom-built black wooden frame with acid-free backing and UV Plexiglas.

Framed Dimensions: 40" H x 29 1/4" W x 1 3/8" D.

Accompanied by our company's letter of authenticity.