Civil Defense Preparedness Poster for School Children - circa 1968


Item Number: 185

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: Priceless

Online Close: Oct 24, 2018 12:30 PM EDT

Bid History: 5 bids - Item Sold!

Description

This poster was folder in forths and distibuted by the US Government Printing Office. It was used by school children to learn preparedness and had places to fill in the location of the nearest shelter closest to home, school and work. It also included a spot to put the contact information for the individual's local civil defense director.


The poster states: "Your governetn works for peace, but until peace is assured we must be prepared." "Know your protection in any emergency."


The poster was created by the Department of Defense, Office of Civil Defense and should be a part of a CD or cold war memorabilia collection.


It measures 20"x13". 

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