Original World War II-era Defense Bonds and Stamps poster titled “KEEP ’EM BOOMING — KEEP ON BUYING DEFENSE BONDS AND STAMPS.” The bold horizontal design shows an artillery crew operating a large field gun against a vivid orange-red background, directly linking civilian bond purchases to military firepower and wartime production.
The lower right of the image states “This design approved by U.S. Treasury Department,” while the bottom margin identifies the printer/designer as Thomson Symon Co. and gives Design No. 641 — “Keep ’Em Booming.” The artwork is signed “REID” at lower left.
Title: Keep ’Em Booming — Keep on Buying Defense Bonds and Stamps
Issuer/Approval: U.S. Treasury Department
Printer/Designer: Thomson Symon Co.
Design No.: 641
Artist signature: Reid
Subject: WWII / prewar-defense bond campaign / artillery / military financing
Size: 14 × 20 in.
Format: Original horizontal promotional poster
Condition: Shows original vertical fold lines, light handling wear, minor toning/soiling in the margins, and some small creases and surface marks. The central artwork, lettering, Treasury approval statement, and printer information remain complete and visually strong.
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