Keep 'Em Fighting Glory Eagle Crew Socks

• National Archives Store Exclusive
• Made in the U.S.A.
• Toe seam
• One size fits most (ladies up to size 12, men up to size 10.5)
• 70% cotton, 28% polyester, 2% elastic
• Machine wash cool, inside out, tumble dry
  

• Product Description

• These patriotic crew socks are based on a rather dramatic rendition of a bald eagle in flight on a United States-issued World War II propaganda poster. The poster's mission was to encourage workers on the home front to keep up production and production quality for the war effort, to "KEEP 'EM FLYING." These are super fun when the eagle looks back at you while wearing them, yet they bear a deeper message. A scan of the poster can be found among the product images. Poster is not included.

  Made-in-the-U.S.A. our crew socks are perfect for anyone who wants to show their love for their country in a stylish way. They would make a great gift for a family member or friend who appreciates American history, fashion, or simply likes to make a statement with their accessories.

During World Wars I and II, many branches of the federal government used posters to urge Americans to support the war effort. In a time without TV or the internet, posters were an inexpensive way to deliver powerful messages to millions of people. The government hired well-known artists to create designs that unified the American people, and new posters are still in production. These posters serve as significant historical artifacts that document the efforts to mobilize and inspire the American public during the World Wars.

Due to the mandatory transfer of records from federal agencies, the National Archives acquired a significant collection of famous posters that were created by the federal government.

The National Archives preserves more than 50,000 posters in its Still Picture holdings.