By George, I think we've found it! Yes, this has done the rounds and rounds of blogs, but I'm still in love with the 'Keep Calm' signs. Maybe its a reminder of my British grandparents, never one's to overact or 'show too much emotion'!
The posters originated in the spring of 1939 when a looming war with Germany was on everyone's mind. The British Government's Ministry of Information commissioned a series of propaganda posters to be distributed throughout the country upon the outbreak of war.
The posters were initially printed to send a soothing message from King George VI to reassure his people that all capable measures to defend the country were being taken.
Its also kind of appropriate as well in these times. Nothing like a bit of a British (stiff lip) 'Hoorah'!
Check out this great Etsy store: By Order of the Crown (great name!) and order your 'Keep Calm' print today. Available in so many colours, its hard to pick which one, but I'm liking the Metallic Silver and the Royal Navy.
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