Keep Calm & Carry On Flashcards
What year did the British government commission the “Keep Calm and Carry On” poster?
1939
Which were the first three posters created during 1939?
- Your Courage, Your Cheerfulness, Your Resolution Will Bring Us Victory.
- Freedom Is in Peril. Defend It with All Your Might.
- Keep Calm and Carry on.
Where was the “Keep Calm and Carry On” poster rediscovered?
A secondhand bookshop
What year did the Manleys start selling copies of the poster after its rediscovery?
2001
What is a major reason for the poster’s enduring popularity, according to the article?
Its simple yet profound message
Describe the main purpose of the original “Keep Calm and Carry On” poster.
to reassure and motivate the British public in anticipation of the psychological toll of World War II
What elements were used in the design of the propaganda posters created by the British government?
- a uniform style
- a special typeface to prevent counterfeiting
- the crown of King George II as the sole graphic element
- two colors
Explain how the poster became a cultural phenomenon in the 21st century.
- after its rediscovery by Stuart and Mary Manley in a secondhand bookshop in 2000
- Its simple yet powerful message resonated with people, leading to reproductions, parodies, and widespread circulation, especially through social media
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