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Public Warning [German Vs. British Airships, WWI]

1915. Colour lithograph, date in image lower centre, 87 x 57.2cm. Repaired minor missing portions and tears to edges, slight foxing, old folds. Linen-backed.

Text includes “The public are advised to familiarise themselves with the appearance of British and German airships and aeroplanes, so that they may not be alarmed by British aircraft, and may take shelter if German aircraft appear. Should hostile aircraft be seen, take shelter immediately in the nearest available house, preferably in the basement, and remain there until the aircraft have left the vicinity: do not stand about in crowds and do not touch unexploded bombs. London: printed...[by] His Majesty’s Stationery Office, by Sir Joseph Causton & Sons,...9, Eastcheap, EC. 1915.” Held in IWM (UK).

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Item #CL189-9

Price (AUD): $1,650.00  other currencies