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Prints of Peace: Elihu Burritt and the graphics of reform

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Design for War and Peace: 2014 Annual Design History Society Conference
This talk examines the propaganda campaign conducted by mid-nineteenth century American reformer Elihu Burritt and a group of engravers and artists who used the graphic potential of postal items, such as envelopes, to pressure politicians for peace.

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Episode Information

Series
Design for War and Peace: 2014 Annual Design History Society Conference
People
Peter Gilderdale
Keywords
graphic design
peace
Elihu Burritt
James Valentine
reform
Engraving
Penny Post
Department: Department for Continuing Education
Date Added: 30/09/2014
Duration: 00:18:45

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