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One sheet. This is an original 1939 British Second World War propaganda poster titled "The Guns Depend on You". Designed by the distinguished British graphic and poster artist Pat Keely (Patrick Cokayne Keely). His signature and the year ("Pat Keely '39") are visible in the top left corner. It was commissioned as a recruitment and morale poster for the Territorial Army (TA). The poster specifically highlights the Royal Army Ordnance Corps (RAOC), the corps responsible for the supply and maintenance of weaponry, ammunition, and equipment. The artwork utilizes a strong, minimalist modernist style. It depicts a stylized silhouette of an RAOC soldier leaning over a massive artillery gun barrel. The technician's hands are highlighted in bright orange, holding a large spanner (wrench) as he repairs or services the mechanism. This imagery draws a direct connection between mechanical upkeep and battlefield readiness, reminding support personnel that combat success relies entirely on their technical skill. The official insignia of the Territorial Army is featured inside the letter 'O' of the bold "RAOC" text. |
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