Food is: Propaganda | Unisex Sweatshirt - Little Americans, Do Your Bit
$57.00
Unit price perAbout the Artwork:
Cushman Parker (1915-1991) was an Austrian-born American painter and graphic designer best known for his work during the mid-20th century. Parker was recruited by the U.S. Food Administration during World War I. Posters like "Little Americans, Do Your Bit" were part of a nationwide campaign mobilizing everyday citizens, including children, to contribute to the war effort in unexpected ways.
This poster features a young boy dressed in patriotic red, white, and blue raising his right hand in a salute. His gaze is fixed on a bowl of oatmeal in front of him, a spoon held mid-air. The text reads, "Little Americans, Do Your Bit: Eat Oatmeal, Corn Meal Mush, [...] Save the Wheat for Our Soldiers" in bold letters around the image. The final line reads, "Leave Nothing on Your Plate."
Image courtesy of Library of Congress Catalog.
Food is: Propaganda | Unisex Sweatshirt - Little Americans, Do Your Bit
$57.00
Unit price perAbout the Artwork:
Cushman Parker (1915-1991) was an Austrian-born American painter and graphic designer best known for his work during the mid-20th century. Parker was recruited by the U.S. Food Administration during World War I. Posters like "Little Americans, Do Your Bit" were part of a nationwide campaign mobilizing everyday citizens, including children, to contribute to the war effort in unexpected ways.
This poster features a young boy dressed in patriotic red, white, and blue raising his right hand in a salute. His gaze is fixed on a bowl of oatmeal in front of him, a spoon held mid-air. The text reads, "Little Americans, Do Your Bit: Eat Oatmeal, Corn Meal Mush, [...] Save the Wheat for Our Soldiers" in bold letters around the image. The final line reads, "Leave Nothing on Your Plate."
Image courtesy of Library of Congress Catalog.
Material: Made from 3-end garment-dyed ring spun fleece. 80% ring-spun cotton, 20% polyester. Medium-heavy (9.5 oz).
Collar: Features a double-needle 1x1 rib collar for added resilience and style.
Construction Quality: Utilizes double-needle stitching on the neck, shoulder, armhole, cuffs, and waistband to enhance durability.
Shrink Resistance: Pre-shrunk during the dye and wash processes to ensure minimal shrinkage after home laundering.
Design: Relaxed fit with a side-seamed body for a comfortable, loose fit.
Enhanced Shoulder Fit: Rolled forward shoulders for a better fit and more comfortable wear.
Neck Durability: Twill taped back neck for enhanced durability.
Eco-Conscious Production: Manufactured using processes aimed at limiting water usage and harmful inks/dyes to reduce environmental impact. Compliant with OEKO-TEX standards.
Social Compliance Production: Manufactured in humane, no-sweat-shop conditions in compliance with Fair Labor Association and Platinum WRAP certification standards.
$57.00
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nice design, comfortable
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I love the shirt! And love that people look at it and scratch their heads a bit thinking about what it means.
The shirt fits true to size and the quality is great. I was a little worried that the large screen print would lead to a rigid shirt but it’s not all. It feels as though it’s a blank tee but has great designs, front and back. It’s been through the wash a few times so far with zero signs of wearing.
Very happy.
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I love how unique this is! It looks great hanging in my kitchen.
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I have gotten SO MANY comments on this shirt. It’s a hit!
Great gift for my boyfriend
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