Proclamation by the officer administering the government.

£2,500 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books

A large poster, which was likely hung on the streets of Mandate Palestine, reminding civilians to mind their own business, to behave lawfully and to not carry or store any weapons. Signed by Robert Scott, Acting Chief Secretary. The poster illustrates the British reaction to the latest armed offensives and violent protests against British rule, that characterised the final period of the British Mandate in Palestine. Printed poster, 62.5 x 70 cm; creases, a few stains and small marginal tears; text in Hebrew, English and Arabic.

• Binding: Hardcover

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