20 Iconic British World War II Propaganda Posters
6. "Under The 'Red Duster' They Sustain Our Island Fortress" (1939-1946)
During the entirety of the Second World War the British government wanted to highlight to the population the key role that was being played by the merchant ships bringing food to the shores via dangerous seas.
The "Red Duster" (or "Red Ensign") was the flag, used from the 17th Century onwards, flown by British Merchant Seamen.