An exceptional, original World War II home-front production motivation poster. This rare, large-format artifact was designed by celebrated American illustrator Amos Sewell in 1943 for the United States Army Ordnance Department's "Keep 'Em Shooting!" promotional campaign.

The powerful, cinematic illustration depicts the dramatic first wave of an amphibious beach assault. In the foreground, an American GI with a determined expression charges forward with his M1 Garand rifle, leading his comrades into enemy territory. Behind them, an early-model tank crawls through the surf, backed by landing craft and heavy warships firing under explosive, smoking skies.

The bold text at the bottom reads "READY FOR ANYTHING — thanks to you!", a direct message of appreciation and motivation tailored for home-front factory workers manufacturing munitions and armor around the clock.

The lower margin features the official U.S. Army Ordnance Department shell-and-flame insignia, alongside the "Keep 'Em Shooting!" campaign slogan and original Government Printing Office (GPO) markings. This is a highly sought-after piece of American military propaganda that displays exceptionally well.

Item Details

Artist: Amos Sewell (1901–1983)

Year: 1943

Agency: Ordnance Department, U.S. Army

Authentic Dimensions: 28.5" x 40.5" (Standard large-format government issue)

Lithograph on original government-issued paper

Overall Condition: Very Good (Grade B+ to A-)

Folds: Features standard horizontal and vertical fold lines consistent with authentic, factory-folded government mail distribution in 1943.

Wear: Minor age-toning and very light creasing along the folds, standard for a historical paper artifact of this era. Colors remain vibrant, crisp, and striking. Unbacked.