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Turning to GUINNESS

'Thousands are turning to GUINNESS® for strength.' In wartime Britain, artist HM Bateman's self-referential GUINNESS® advertising took the brand into the army.

This ad contains historical product claims that are not now endorsed by GUINNESS®. In posting these ads it is not our intention to promote benefits of drinking but to show GUINNESS® stout advertising over more than 80 years. We believe that adults who choose to drink should do so responsibly.

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