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A broadside "newspaper" covering World War II...
A broadside "newspaper" covering World War II...
Item # 705973
October 13, 1944
TEL-PICS, New York, a lot of five issues: Sept. 18, 28, 30; Oct. 4, 13, 1944 This was a broadside (printed on one side only) newspaper originally meant to be displayed in store windows, mostly taken up with a large photo of the war, plus a caption. A very unusual item.
Each measures 10 1/2 by 12 1/2 inches, once folded to envelope size with a mailing address on the reverse, good condition, one has some light staining.
AI notes: The Tel-Pic Syndicate, Inc., established during the early years of World War II, was a prominent American photo syndication agency that played a crucial role in shaping public perception of the war. The agency specialized in distributing high-quality, dramatic wartime photographs to newspapers, magazines, and other media outlets across the country. Their images, which ranged from iconic combat scenes to behind-the-lines depictions of daily life on the homefront, helped bring the war into the living rooms of the American public. Tel-Pic's photos were widely reproduced in broadsides—large-format prints used for public display—and served as a powerful propaganda tool, fostering national unity and morale. These vivid images also humanized the war, showcasing the sacrifices and valor of soldiers, as well as the resilience of civilians. By providing a direct visual connection to the events of the war, Tel-Pic and other syndicates like it helped bridge the gap between the battlefield and the homefront, allowing the public to witness the conflict’s scope and impact on a personal level.
Category: World War II
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