Maurice
Neumont was born
in Paris, France on 22nd September 1868.
He became an artist and during the First World War
produced several posters for the French government.
Neumont's most popular poster was They Shall
Not Pass. This included the words: "Twice I have stood
fast and conquered on the Marne, my brother civilian. A deceptive
peace offensive will attack you in your turn; like me, you must stand
firm and conquer. Be strong and shrewd. Beware of Boche hypocrisy."
Maurice Neumont
died on 10th February 1930.
Maurice Neumont,
They Shall Not Pass, French poster
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