Metz 1918 Marshal Pétain Triumphal Entry 20th Corps WWI Postcard
$ 5.28
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Metz 1918 Marshal Pétain Triumphal Entry 20th Corps WWI Postcard. The image, credited to Ch. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This remarkable real photo postcard captures a pivotal moment in French history: Marshal Pétain's triumphal entry into Metz, saluting the flag of the glorious 20th Corps. The scene, likely dating from November 19, 1918, depicts a vast crowd of soldiers, many on horseback, participating in a grand parade, signifying the return of Metz to France after World War I. An imposing equestrian statue and a stately building form the backdrop, emphasizing the historical significance of the event. The detailed photographic quality characteristic of a Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) brings to life the uniforms and the jubilant atmosphere of the occasion. The image, credited to Ch. Bergeret, offers a unique glimpse into the post-WWI celebrations and the re-establishment of French sovereignty in Alsace-Lorraine. This collectible piece is a significant historical document for enthusiasts of military history, World War I, and French heritage.
