WWI US Navy Recruiting Christie Gee I Wish I Were A Man Bangor ME Postcard For Sale

This striking postcard features the iconic World War I recruitment imagery created by renowned artist Howard Chandler Christie in 1917. The illustration depicts a young woman in a sailor\'s uniform with the provocative and famous slogan, \'Gee!! I Wish I Were A Man, I\'d Join The Navy.\' This specific version includes localized text for a recruiting station at 208 Exchange Street in Bangor, Maine, making it a unique regional variation of a classic piece of American military propaganda.Produced as part of the Allen Airways Limited Collector Series in 1992, this modern reproduction captures the vibrant colors and detailed brushwork of the original poster. The card serves as a testament to the historical efforts of the United States Navy to bolster its ranks through patriotic and gender-themed appeals. It is a perfect addition for collectors of naval history, WWI memorabilia, or enthusiasts of Christie\'s famous \'Christie Girl\' illustrations.

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