first edition Broadside/ Poster
1939 · Warsaw
by Mościcki, Ignacy
Warsaw: NP, 1939. Broadside/ Poster. vg. Measuring 20 1/2 x 25 1/2". Large format text in Polish, printed in black, with the official Coat of Arms of the Republic of Poland printed at the top in red.
This extremely important and scarce historical document officially announces the event that would become the start of the Second World War, which would go on to be among the deadliest conflict in human history. This is known to be the first printed official communication of the Polish government regarding the German invasion, and therefore the very first printed mention of the events initiating WWII. These declarations were officially posted in cities throughout Poland, in the wake of the initial early morning assault by German Naval forces and the Luftwaffe, on September 1st. Although Polish radio had started to broadcast announcements about the invasion as early as 6:30 am, this presidential proclamation was the first in print. This is a copy from Warsaw.
In the text Polish president Ignacy Mościcki announces the German invasion and appeals to the Polish citizenry to the take arms to defend their freedom and independence. The text blesses the Polish people and asks them to stand united with the army, promising a strong and victorious military response.
Proclamation is in very good condition, with only some minor foxing at stains towards the bottom and right side, as well as some light creasing and closed tears along the right edge. Folding creases. All text clean and vibrant. In overall very good condition. These printed proclamations (posters) are now extremely scarce with only one known institutional holding known, located in the National LIbrary of Poland. (Inventory #: 55004)
This extremely important and scarce historical document officially announces the event that would become the start of the Second World War, which would go on to be among the deadliest conflict in human history. This is known to be the first printed official communication of the Polish government regarding the German invasion, and therefore the very first printed mention of the events initiating WWII. These declarations were officially posted in cities throughout Poland, in the wake of the initial early morning assault by German Naval forces and the Luftwaffe, on September 1st. Although Polish radio had started to broadcast announcements about the invasion as early as 6:30 am, this presidential proclamation was the first in print. This is a copy from Warsaw.
In the text Polish president Ignacy Mościcki announces the German invasion and appeals to the Polish citizenry to the take arms to defend their freedom and independence. The text blesses the Polish people and asks them to stand united with the army, promising a strong and victorious military response.
Proclamation is in very good condition, with only some minor foxing at stains towards the bottom and right side, as well as some light creasing and closed tears along the right edge. Folding creases. All text clean and vibrant. In overall very good condition. These printed proclamations (posters) are now extremely scarce with only one known institutional holding known, located in the National LIbrary of Poland. (Inventory #: 55004)
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