Overseas Communications

The Overseas Communications series consisted of four posters, all designed by Harold Sandys Williamson, head of the Chelsea School of Art and Design.

The posters explored the geographical development of Post Office communications through different modes of transport.

Illustrations
Relays Carrying the King’s messages

Relays Carrying the King’s messages

Loading the transatlantic mail...

Loading the transatlantic mail...

Loading mails at the dock in London

Loading mails at the dock in London

Loading air mails for the Empire...

Loading air mails for the Empire...

Posters at Bangor Co. Down P.O.

Posters at Bangor Co. Down P.O.


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