Date: 1970
Size: 15.5 x 23.5 inches
Artist: International Union of Students
About the poster: The International Union of Students (IUS) is a worldwide nonpartisan association of university student organizations founded in 1946.The IUS is the umbrella organization for 155 such students' organizations across 112 countries and territories representing approximately 25 million students. This is recognized by the United Nations granting the IUS a consultative status in UNESCO. The primary aim of the IUS is to defend the rights and interests of students to promote improvement in their welfare and standard of education and to prepare them for their tasks as democratic citizens.
This poster was created by the organization to show solidarity with the Mexican people and students struggling for democracy. It is a wonderful example of political propaganda at its best and most effective.
Minor ruffles and obvious folds (please see photos). From a private collection, ready to frame.