Special Retro Ad of the Week: Chesterfield Cigarettes, 1940

The patriotic Alexander twins don red, white, and blue to salute these United States – and the mild taste of Chesterfield cigarettes. Chesterfield was a major advertiser during WWII, showing its support for the troops, so much so that Americans at home often went without the brand entirely.

We wish you a very happy Independence Day with all of your favorites! What are some of your go-to brands for July 4th cookouts? Share in the Comments!

FUN FACT: John Adams disagreed with the Founding Fathers and thought people should celebrate July 2nd, the day Congress voted to declare independence from Britain rather than July 4th. Of course, he was overruled. Adams died on July 4th, 1826, exactly fifty years later.

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