1940-1945 Original French WWII Poster, Victoire / Les Mechaniciens (The Mechanics) satire Having observed the rapidly-growing interest

Having observed the rapidly-growing interest in cars and racing during the early years of motor cars

free-for-all - often so much so that it was repeatedly sued by the city of Paris for illicit behavior

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About The Poster: This poster advertises a theatrical production held at the Theatre Actuel in Paris

1940-1945 Original French WWII Poster, Victoire / Les Mechaniciens (The Mechanics) satire Having observed the rapidly-growing interestDate: 1940 1945 Size: 19 x 15 inches During WWII, not only did posters continue to play their important role as vectors of motivation and patriotic fervour. They also appealled "to darker emotions such as anger at the human cost of war. The appeal of posters also lies in the use of familiar images and expressions. Graphic artists combined their skill with advertising copywriters to sway public opinion and unite people in support of the war effort. The