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Salvation Army Social Campaign propaganda poster, London, c. 1910 (chromolitho)

Salvation Army Social Campaign propaganda poster, London, c. 1910 (chromolitho)


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Salvation Army Social Campaign propaganda poster, London, c. 1910 (chromolitho)

XND75970 Salvation Army Social Campaign propaganda poster, London, c.1910 (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Darkest England and the Way Out.
A broadside on the Salvation Armys scheme to redress the social evils afflicting England; with a lithograph printed in colour, showing in the foreground a stormy sea (" Ocean of Misery" ) with a ship-wreck, the survivors being pulled from the sea by members of the Salvation Army and guided to an utopian England with solutions for all social problems; with lithographic titles, inscriptions, and Key to the chart in two columns. This chart is a pictorial representation of the benefits envisaged from the application of the Salvation Armys scheme for dealing with the social problems of Darkest England, as described in William Booths book " In Darkest England and the Way Out" (first publ.1890), in which the chart was published. The ultimate solution to Englands problems was emigration to the colonies.); English, out of copyright
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This photograph captures a powerful propaganda poster from the Salvation Army's social campaign in London, circa 1910. The chromolitho print, part of a private collection, showcases the organization's efforts to address the social evils plaguing England during that time. Titled "In Darkest England and the Way Out" this broadside presents a vivid lithograph printed in color. The image portrays a tumultuous sea labeled as the "Ocean of Misery" with a shipwreck symbolizing society's struggles. However, hope emerges as members of the Salvation Army extend their helping hands to rescue survivors from these treacherous waters. Guiding them towards an idealized utopian England, this chart visually represents solutions for all social problems. Accompanied by lithographic titles, inscriptions, and a key to decipher its symbols and meanings, this chart was published alongside William Booth's influential book bearing the same name. First published in 1890, Booth's work outlined his vision for addressing societal issues through various initiatives proposed by the Salvation Army. Emigration to colonies emerged as one ultimate solution envisioned within this comprehensive scheme for Darkest England. This historical artifact provides valuable insight into both early 20th-century British society and the transformative impact of organizations like the Salvation Army. Displayed here courtesy of Fine Art Finder (www. bridgemanart. com), this remarkable print invites us to reflect on past endeavors aimed at creating positive change while reminding us that even amidst stormy seas, compassion can guide us towards brighter horizons.

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