The Australian War Memorial Collection. Test site
To fund the war effort the United States Treasury issued war bonds which the public could purchase. The money raised was used for soldiers uniforms, weapons and other supplies. The war bonds were similar to an investment, it was a loan to the government. The war bonds were also a means designed to control inflation.
An Australian First World War poster issued by the Government to promote the sale of War Loan bonds. The poster features the image of the Australian flag billowing from the upper right corner. This is
Poster encouraging Australians to invest in war bonds. The text, which is printed in blue, white or red ink is positioned within a black oval which is set against a Union Jack. Most countries involve
Canadian First World War poster issued by the Government to promote the sale of Victory Bonds to finance the war effort. As in other Commonwealth countries Canadian Victory bonds were loans offered by
Australian First World War poster promoting the 7th War Loan drive. It features the central image of an Australian flag set against a billowing white cloud within a pale blue sky. The text is printed
Australian First World War poster promoting the 7th War Loan drive. It features the central image of an Australian flag set against a billowing white cloud within a pale blue sky. Two peace laurels a
Australian First World War flyer promoting the 7th War Loan drive. This is an ornate design, contrasting the simple slogan with several competing symbols. The Union Jack and the Australian flag respe