{"product_id":"1917-wwi-navy-recruitment-poster-print","title":"1917 WWI Navy Recruitment Poster Print - Gee I Wish I Were a Man - World War I Propaganda - Archival Print","description":"Feature Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVINTAGE PRINT REPRODUCTION: Historic reproduction of Vintage 1917 WWI Navy Recruitment Poster. Printed on archival-grade paper that maintains vivid color accuracy for over 100 years without fading or discoloration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePREMIUM GALLERY PAPER: Heavyweight fine art paper with non-reflective matte finish eliminates glare while delivering museum-grade appearance and lasting durability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePROFESSIONALLY RESTORED: Each image is digitally restored by our art specialists to correct age-related deterioration while preserving authentic historical details and character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBORDERLESS DESIGN: Artwork prints edge-to-edge for a seamless, gallery-ready appearance. Ships protected in rigid tube packaging to ensure safe delivery and perfect condition upon arrival.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMADE IN USA: Our multi-step restoration process and quality control ensure each print meets professional standards. Every reproduction is individually inspected before shipping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in 1917, this provocative poster features a woman declaring \"Gee!! I wish I were a man,\" designed by Howard Chandler Christy. The artwork employed gender psychology to shame reluctant men into naval service, suggesting that women envied masculine military opportunities while challenging contemporary notions of patriotic duty.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis recruitment strategy reflected sophisticated psychological manipulation during America's military mobilization. The female figure's yearning for male privilege implied that avoiding enlistment betrayed masculine responsibility. Christy's illustration presented an idealized American woman whose desire for service highlighted male citizens' obligation to defend democracy against German aggression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe poster emerged from collaboration between Navy recruiters and celebrated commercial illustrators understanding visual persuasion. Christy created numerous patriotic images featuring attractive women encouraging enlistment. These designs appeared nationwide in theaters, schools, and public buildings, transforming feminine admiration into recruitment pressure that motivated thousands of enlistments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis influential poster stands as evidence of gendered propaganda techniques during the Great War. It documents how military recruitment exploited social expectations about masculinity, revealing psychological strategies that shaped wartime mobilization. This makes it a fascinating addition to any collection celebrating World War I history, gender studies, or propaganda art.","brand":"Historic Prints","offers":[{"title":"8x12 Inch","offer_id":46947637035197,"sku":"ENPM0294_0812V","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11x17 Inch","offer_id":46947637067965,"sku":"ENPM0294_1117V","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x24 Inch","offer_id":46947637100733,"sku":"ENPM0294_1624V","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x36 Inch","offer_id":46947637133501,"sku":"ENPM0294_2436V","price":97.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0504\/5459\/3725\/files\/08_C3_9712-4Life_bee1cddb-c94d-423f-9d72-445537af4574.jpg?v=1781695523","url":"https:\/\/historicprints.com\/es\/products\/1917-wwi-navy-recruitment-poster-print","provider":"Historic Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}