World War I Baker Recruitment Poster
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)Newman LibraryVirginia TechP.O. Box 90001560 Drillfield DriveBlacksburg, VA 24062-9001
- Contact for questions and access:
- Email: specref@vt.eduPhone: (540) 231-6308Fax: (540) 231-3694Web: spec.lib.vt.edu
- Restrictions:
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The collection is open for research.
- Terms of access:
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This item is in the public domain.
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- Preferred citation:
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Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], World War I Baker Recruitment Poster, c. 1917, Ms2021-029, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.
Collection context
Summary
- Extent:
- 1.0 Cubic Feet 1 folder
- Creator:
- National Printing & Engraving Company (U.S.)
- Abstract:
- This collection contains a poster from World War I recruiting bakers and cooks for the U. S. Army. It likely dates from around 1917 from New York City.
- Language:
- The materials in the collection are in English.
- Preferred citation:
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Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], World War I Baker Recruitment Poster, c. 1917, Ms2021-029, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.
Background
- Scope and content:
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This collection contains a poster from World War I recruiting bakers and cooks. It likely dates from around 1917 from New York City. The poster includes the note "Wanted 500 Bakers for the U.S. Army also 100 Cooks. A Baker Co. consists of 61 Men so you and your pals can join the same Unit. Bakers pay $33.00 to $45.00 per month Cooks $38.00 per month."
- Acquisition information:
- This collection was purchased by Special Collections in 2018.
- Processing information:
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The processing, arrangement, and description of the World War I Baker Recruitment Poster was completed in September 2021.
Indexed terms
- Subjects:
- History of Food and Drink
World War, 1914-1918
Posters - Names:
- United States. Army