Convoy your country to victory 1942

This original 1942 propaganda poster, designed by Rowland Hilder, was commissioned during World War II to encourage the British public to invest in National Savings Certificates as a means of supporting the war effort. Featuring the powerful slogan "Convoy Your Country to Victory", the poster connects financial support with the vital role of naval convoys in ensuring Britain’s survival.

Hilder’s dynamic composition depicts a Royal Navy convoy navigating treacherous waters under the White Ensign, the flag of the British Royal Navy. The view from the deck of a naval escort ship, complete with silhouetted officers and sailors, conveys a sense of determination and vigilance. In the background, merchant ships and warships sail under smoke-filled skies, symbolizing both the challenges and resilience of the wartime supply chain.

During World War II, convoys were crucial in transporting essential supplies, including food, weapons, and fuel, across the Atlantic while under constant threat from German U-boats. The British government relied on war bonds and savings schemes to finance military operations, making posters like this an essential part of the Home Front propaganda campaign.

Rowland Hilder, known for his detailed landscapes and maritime scenes, effectively blends realism with patriotic fervor, creating an image that rallied support and instilled national pride. Today, this wartime poster stands as a historical artifact, reflecting the unity, sacrifice, and endurance of the British people during one of the most critical periods of the 20th century.

War - 39-45 - Navy - United Kingdom

Buy national savings certificates - WW2

J. Weiner Ltd in London

Good condition, small tears