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Join the Brave Throng: Poster Art of WWI Exhibit

The Litchfield Historical Society's exhibit Join the Brave Throng: Poster Art of WWI highlights a selection of WWI posters from the Museum's collection. It will be on view through November 30, 2014

When the Great War broke out in Europe in 1914, the town of Litchfield was actively involved in war efforts from the start. Ranging from work of the local Red Cross chapter to the collection of medical supplies, Liberty Loan campaigns, food conservation efforts, and enlistment of local soldiers, the residents of Litchfield did whatever they could to show their patriotic zeal. To rouse the public's interest in the war, colorful posters dotted walls and billboards across the country. Designed by some of the nation's most talented artists, these propaganda items appealed to the public's patriotic side, while others incorporated shocking anti-German imagery.

Come see some of the posters that ignited Litchfield residents to actively support the national war effort. The exhibit is on view at the Litchfield History Museum. Museum hours are Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Closed Mondays. Admission to the exhibit and museum includes access to the Tapping Reeve House and Law School.

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Litchfield History Museum is located at 7 South Street, Litchfield, CT. For more information about this or other programs, please visit www.litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org or call 860-567-4501



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