The iconic phrase 'Keep Calm and Carry On' has been a popular slogan for many years, but have you ever wondered where it originated? The design of the poster featuring this phrase is in the public domain because Crown Copyright on artistic works expires after 50 years.

According to historical records, the original purpose of the Keep Calm And Carry On poster was to encourage the British people to remain calm if there was a German invasion. During World War II, the Ministry of Information in the UK developed a series of three posters that contained the Tudor Crown followed by simple messages for the British people. The goal was to boost their spirits before the war.

The Keep Calm poster became so popular that it has been adapted and parodied countless times. You can find variations such as 'Keep Calm And Eat Cupcakes' or 'Keep Calm And Call Mom' on posters and products all around the world.

But who was responsible for popularizing this old slogan? A bookstore in England is credited with bringing the poster back into the public eye when they hung it up in their shop. It became so popular that they began selling copies of it, and soon millions of Keep Calm posters were held in reserve in case of a German invasion. Although they were never used, the design has continued to endure.

In 2000, a copy of the Keep Calm poster was found in a box of antique books in a bookstore in England. This discovery helped to revive interest in the slogan and its historical significance.

Today, 'Keep Calm and Carry On' remains a timeless message that continues to inspire people around the world. Its popularity can be attributed to its catchy phrase and simple design, which have made it easy for people to adapt and use in various contexts.

Discussion Questions:

* What is it about the design of this poster and slogan that makes it so popular?

* Who was responsible for popularizing this old slogan?

* What was the original purpose of the Keep Calm And Carry On poster?

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