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Advertising Poster America Nation Of One People Map WWII - Original vintage educational poster America - A Nation of One People From Many Countries, created by illustrator Emma Bourne for the Council Against Intolerance in America to promote tolerance and national unity during an era of rising xenophobia propaganda and isolationist sentiment before the U.S. entry into World War II. The poster features a pictorial map of the United States with red ribbons winding across the country, showing where various immigrant groups settled and the industries they contributed to, such as agriculture and manufacturing. With highlights of the ethnic and religious diversity of the nation, listing nationalities like English, Russian, Italian, Japanese, and others, as well as religions such as Catholic, Protestant, and Jewish. Legend shows important representatives from literature, science, industry, and the arts. Issued by The Council Against Intolerance in America. 17 East 42nd Street, New York City. Horizontal. Good condition, folds, creasing, tears, staining. Country of issue: USA, designer: Emma Bourne, size (cm): 89x35, year of printing: 1940.