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I regret I have only one Life - 1939 litho.Original 1939 Nathan Hale “I Only Regret I Have But One L
Date:
1939
Size:
20 x 27
Medium:
Lithograph
Price:
$550.00
INV. #:
13062
Original 1939 Nathan Hale “I Only Regret I Have But One Life to Lose” Poster | Patriotic WWII Era Vintage Lithograph
This rare 1939 Nathan Hale patriotic poster features the famous quote, “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.” Published by Kelly Read & Co., Rochester, New York, this original lithograph reflects the powerful patriotic messaging used in the years leading into World War II.
The poster presents a stylized image of American Revolutionary War hero Nathan Hale standing against a dark background. He wears a yellow waistcoat and white shirt, with his hands extended in a symbolic gesture of sacrifice and patriotism. Two five‑pointed stars appear in the upper corners, reinforcing the patriotic theme.
Beneath the image appears Hale’s historic quote:
“I ONLY REGRET THAT I HAVE BUT ONE LIFE TO LOSE FOR MY COUNTRY” – Nathan Hale, 1776.
The poster continues with a call to civic duty:
“Patriots died for the principles that gave us our freedom. Let us live for those same principles.”
Printed in 1939 and professionally linen‑backed for preservation, this poster remains in excellent condition and is ready for framing. It represents a powerful piece of American patriotic history and wartime messaging. According to available records, this example may be the only documented surviving copy.
This is an original lithograph vintage poster and not a reproduction. Each poster we sell includes a verified Certificate of Authenticity.
The Vintage Poster works with collectors worldwide and remains an IVPDA‑certified vintage poster dealer, ensuring authenticity and quality for every piece in our collection.
This rare 1939 Nathan Hale patriotic poster features the famous quote, “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.” Published by Kelly Read & Co., Rochester, New York, this original lithograph reflects the powerful patriotic messaging used in the years leading into World War II.
The poster presents a stylized image of American Revolutionary War hero Nathan Hale standing against a dark background. He wears a yellow waistcoat and white shirt, with his hands extended in a symbolic gesture of sacrifice and patriotism. Two five‑pointed stars appear in the upper corners, reinforcing the patriotic theme.
Beneath the image appears Hale’s historic quote:
“I ONLY REGRET THAT I HAVE BUT ONE LIFE TO LOSE FOR MY COUNTRY” – Nathan Hale, 1776.
The poster continues with a call to civic duty:
“Patriots died for the principles that gave us our freedom. Let us live for those same principles.”
Printed in 1939 and professionally linen‑backed for preservation, this poster remains in excellent condition and is ready for framing. It represents a powerful piece of American patriotic history and wartime messaging. According to available records, this example may be the only documented surviving copy.
This is an original lithograph vintage poster and not a reproduction. Each poster we sell includes a verified Certificate of Authenticity.
The Vintage Poster works with collectors worldwide and remains an IVPDA‑certified vintage poster dealer, ensuring authenticity and quality for every piece in our collection.