This WW2 Adolf Hitler matchbox cover has the same overall design and purpose as others that are similar. Made from the same materials, however this one obviously has a cartoon of Hitler on the front, AND a quote from Mussolini on the back too. The design on the front depicts Hitler being gripped by a hand, labelled with the allied countries. These were used as propaganda during the war, even when things were not going so well for the allies to help keep moral up.

On the spine, an insightful message reads: “The greatest enemy in history against humanity is at last in the allies grip” This is a beautiful piece of propaganda that really hits you and gives you an idea of the importance of this sort of material back in WW2.

The back has another interesting message from Mussolini (see pictures) and the overall tone here is one of Mussolini telling his friend, Hitler, that things are not going well for them. A simple matchbox cover, oozing with propaganda and is so telling of the mood back during the 1940’s.

This specific cover does indeed have some light marks on it which is typical for these covers. However, the picture on the front, all the text, and the corners are all in fantastic condition. All too often these covers, being made of tin or other light materials get bent out of shape quite easily, this one, is still square and clearly has never been damaged so, it’s quite a prized find considering it’s not just Hitler, but also a mention of Mussolini on the back too.