The German poison belt: Colour-effects of the enemy’s diabolical asphyxiating gases near Ypres
Scope and Content of the Subseries
This subseries contains posters produced in or by the United Kingdom. Subjects include recruitment for the British Red Cross, recruitment for the armed forces, and propaganda against Germany
Dates
- Creation: 1914-1945
Creator
- Bryan, De Grineau (Artist, Person)
- Illustrated London news (Publisher, Organization)
Languages
Languages represented in the collection: English and French.
Access
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 330 posters
Dimensions
23.5 x 16.5 in.
Note
Poster showing a poison gas cloud overtaking Zouave and Turkish light infantry regiments. Text continues: "The on-rolling cloud of gas: the suffocating fumes forcing Zouaves and Turcos to retire from the trenches, near Langemarck, from which the enemy had failed to dislodge them by recognized methods of war". Lengthy text continues to describe attack. Poster art created by John De G. Bryan (Charles William Grineau) from the sketches by, and under the direct supervision of, an officer present at the action. Published as a supplement to the Illustrated London News.
Repository Details
Part of the 01 - Special Collections & Archives, The Claremont Colleges Library Repository
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Claremont CA 91711 United States
Email: specialcollections@claremont.edu