Lot 187
"The Sea Calls on Us!" – Poster on behalf of "HaHevel HaYami LeIsrael", following the Declaration of Independence
"The Sea Calls on Us!", A poster on behalf of "HaHevel HaYami LeIsrael" (an association for marine training) printed following Israel's Declaration of Independence. "HaPoel HaMizrachi" printing press, Tel Aviv, Iyar 5708 (1948).
"The vision of ages has been realized. The State of Israel has been established. Its security, independence and very existence depend on the yishuv's fortitude in war and the people's skill in reviving the soil of the homeland and establishing independent Jewish seamanship… HaHevel HaYami LeIsrael calls on our government – the Government of Israel – and on the Jewish people: Let us strengthen our power on the seas!"
"HaHevel HaYami LeIsrael" (HIL) is an association for marine training and the promotion of marine awareness, founded in 1936.
63X47.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks and creases. Slight damage. Ink stamp and pen marking.
