"20 Tammuz 1949, Israel Defense Force Day", poster issued by the Council for Soldier Welfare. "Nesher" press, Tel Aviv, [1949].
Illustration of the IDF emblem and margins decorated with an olive branch pattern.
"IDF Day" was celebrated only twice in Israel's history, in 1948 and 1949. Its date was set for the anniversary of the death of Theodor Herzl - 20 Tammuz, and it included displays, parades and medal-granting ceremonies. In 1950, following criticism voiced by the press and by army officers, David Ben Gurion decided to unite IDF Day with Independence Day.
Approx. 46.5X63 cm. Folding marks, light stains, tears and slight defects to margins. Rubbing and a small hole in the middle of the poster.