Fly With The Marines

Created during the height of World War II, this striking U.S. Marine Corps recruitment poster features a powerful composition of an American eagle descending upon a Japanese fighter plane, talons outstretched and wings sweeping across a vivid red background. Above, the Marine Corps emblem—globe, anchor, and eagle—accompanied by the motto *Semper Fidelis*, reinforces the patriotic spirit of the campaign. The bold slogan “Wear the ‘Fightin’est’ Wings in the Service” celebrates Marine aviators as elite defenders of freedom, appealing to courage and national pride.The artwork exemplifies the bold graphic style of wartime propaganda—simplified imagery, dramatic color contrast, and emotional symbolism designed to inspire immediate enlistment. The combination of realism and allegory, with the eagle representing America’s might, made this one of the most memorable U.S. military posters of its era. It was distributed nationwide through recruiting stations and public venues to bolster the Marine aviation program.This is an Original Vintage Poster, it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all our posters.