Vintage 1970s Anti Nuclear War Protest Poster Office Of Civilian Defense Notice.

Add a powerful piece of Cold War counterculture history to your collection with this rare vintage anti-nuclear war protest poster. Styled as an official satirical government directive from the "Office of Civilian Defense, Washington D.C.", this poster mocks the absurd civil defense guidelines of the era (such as "duck and cover" routines) with dark humor, culminating in the infamous final instruction to "kiss your ass goodbye".

Featuring classic peace symbols and satirical graphics, this piece measures approximately 22 x 28 inches. It is an incredible display piece for collectors of political ephemera, vintage posters, and Cold War memorabilia. Condition is consistent with age, showing vintage character and wear suitable for framing.

Maker & Historical Background

The Maker/Publisher: Distributed during the height of the anti-nuclear movement by activist poster creators, utilizing a mock-bureaucratic format to subvert actual Cold War civil defense propaganda.

Historical Context: Originating around 1970, this poster emerged during a period of intense public anxiety over the nuclear arms race, the Vietnam War, and a growing distrust of government-issued safety directives.

Interesting Facts:

The real Office of Civilian Defense (OCD) was a World War II-era agency established in 1941 and abolished in 1945, making its appearance on a 1970s nuclear warning poster a satirical anachronism.

The instructions parody actual civil defense drills taught to American school children and citizens, escalating realistic precautions into black comedy.