A framed World War I era original recruitment lithograph poster reading, "The First Three! Give till it Hurts / - they gave till they died." It was issued in 1918, designed by Benjamin Kidder, and features portraits of the first three American soldiers killed in action during WWI. There is a "Form N.Y. 19 Second War Fund" issue line along the bottom margin, hidden by the frame. 

Dimensions: (poster, sight) 26.5h x 19.75w inches, (frame) 29h x 22w inches

This lot may be picked up free of charge from our facilities in Sacramento, CA. Processing and shipping within the Continental US $140.00. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.

Overall good antique condition. Appropriate age toning to the paper across. There is a horizontal crease line across the middle. Other minor abrasions and surface marks mostly around the frame margins. Colors remain strong. The frame has handling wear around. No further damage or restoration revealed under blacklight. Please see photos.