World War I printed handkerchiefs

Descriptive Summary
Title: World War I printed handkerchiefs
Creator: Unknown
Inclusive Dates: 1914-1918
Language(s): English
Extent: 0.1 Linear Feet (1 oversized folder)
Collection Number: ms4035
Repository: Hargrett Library

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Collection Description

Historical Note

Handkerchiefs have been printed commemorating events or various people and were sold as souvenirs. These kerchiefs were cheaply produced in mass quantity and sold to the general population, and are easily transportable or mailed. World War I motifs included flags of the Allied forces, popular songs, weapons and uniforms, maps, and battles that were bought as keepsakes.

Scope and Content

This collection consists of six printed handkerchiefs from World War I depicting several motifs, primarily showing the flags and uniforms of the Allied forces before the entrance of the United States into the war. Items include the music to the popular song It's a Long, Long Way to Tipperary, Rule Britannia, and a map of the Middle Eastern Theater of war.

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Administrative Information

Preferred Citation

World War I printed handkerchiefs, ms4035, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

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Related Materials and Subjects

Subject Terms

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Series Descriptions and Folder Listing

 

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1

Stand United Faithful to the Flag

 

1

Battleship

 

1

Rule Brittania

 

1

British Isles

 

1

Carte du Theatre de la Guerre

 

1

It's a Long, Long Way to Tipperary