 World War I printed handkerchiefs
Collection DescriptionHistorical NoteHandkerchiefs 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 ContentThis 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. Administrative InformationPreferred CitationWorld War I printed handkerchiefs, ms4035, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries. Related Materials and SubjectsSubject Terms | ||||||||||||||||||