WWII "THE BUZZARD WAITS FOR WASTE" AMSTERDAM NY CACHET

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Unused

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Single

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Condition: Actual scan(s). Covers are postally used, addressed and unaddressed; older covers may have toning, ... Read more about the seller notes Actual scan(s). Covers are postally used, addressed and unaddressed; older covers may have toning, creasing or rough openings. All these faults, if any, will be visible in the photo(s)/scan(s). Read Less about the seller notes

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Postmark: Amsterdam, New York (date unclear). Stamps: 1¢ Statue of Liberty, green, “For Defense” (Scott #899, 1940). 2¢ Harding Memorial issue, brown (Scott #610, 1923). Cachet: Bold illustrated design in bright colors. A menacing buzzard with a swastika armband sits on a branch, blood dripping from its claws and beak. Slogan at top: “THE BUZZARD WAITS FOR WASTE.” Caption below: “He hovers over your machine—every broken tool—every piece of scrap is food for his gluttonous carnage!” Addressed To: Mr. Fred Cochran, Detroit, Michigan.Theme: Anti-waste / war production morale propaganda. This cachet served as a warning to American workers during WWII to avoid waste and inefficiency, since any loss of material could be seen as aiding the Axis powers.This is a very collectible piece because it combines: Strong graphic propaganda art A home-front morale message

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