1918 WWI Era Signaling Soldier Postcard Petersburg WV Postmark-image
1918 WWI Era Signaling Soldier Postcard Petersburg WV Postmark-image

1918 WWI Era Signaling Soldier Postcard Petersburg WV Postmark

$ 10.55

Region: West Virginia City: Petersburg Year Manufactured: 1918 Number of Items in Set: 1 Unit Type: Unit Features: Divided Back Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Country of Origin: United States Unit of Sale: Single Unit Type: Printed (Lithograph) Continent: North America Signed: No Unit Quantity: 1 brand: Illustrated Postal Card Nov 1900-5 Time Period Manufactured: 1910-1919 Postage Condition: Posted Era: WW I (1914-18) Subject: Military Country: United States Material: Cardboard Brand/Publisher: Illustrated Postal Card Nov 1900-5

Description

1918 WWI Era Signaling Soldier Postcard Petersburg WV Postmark. This captivating vintage postcard from the World War I era depicts a soldier or scout engaged in semaphore signaling, an essential method of communication during that period. The image features a uniformed man holding two flags, one red and white, the other white, against a picturesque, open landscape, illustrating a moment of historical military or scout training. The vibrant, hand-colored appearance of the illustration adds to its nostalgic charm, making it a wonderful piece for collectors interested in military history, communication, or vintage Americana. The reverse of the postcard bears a clear postmark from "PETERSBURG W. VA." dated October 14, 1918, during the final months of WWI, adding significant historical context. It was addressed to Miss Ola Homan in Riddle, West Virginia, and includes a personal handwritten message, offering a glimpse into everyday life and connections from over a century ago. The card also features a 2-cent Washington stamp. This piece not only serves as a visual artifact but also as a tangible link to the past, preserving a moment in time and a piece of communication history.

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