Sir Galahad... put your strength in war bonds and war savings certificates Accession Number: ARTV01311

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This British First World War poster, published by the Scottish War Savings Committee, aims to encourage the public to purchase war bonds by drawing inspiration from the strength of Sir Galahad. Sir Galahad was a figure who was part of King Arthur's round table and is also known for achieving the quest of the Holy Grail. Sir Galahad was known for his gallantry and strength, and it is these ideals that the poster makes connections with in an attempt to encourage people to purchase war bonds. The central image depicts Sir Galahad speeding on his horse away from a castle, while a poem appears at the top right corner of the poster. Written by Alfred Lord Tennyson, the poem describes characteristics of Sir Galahad.

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Accession Number
ARTV01311
Publisher
Scottish War Savings Committee
Printer
McLagan & Cumming
Classification
Art
Object Type
Poster
Measurement
sheet: 76 x 49.8 cm
Medium
chromolithograph on paper
Date Made
1918
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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