Norfolk Naval Base Virginia 1962 Ships Pier 7 Rowe Dexter Postcard
$ 5.28
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Norfolk Naval Base Virginia 1962 Ships Pier 7 Rowe Dexter Postcard. 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. Discover a fascinating piece of naval history with this vintage postcard showcasing the impressive Norfolk Naval Base in Norfolk, Virginia. Dated 1962, this vibrant chrome-era postcard captures a bustling scene with multiple large naval ships, including what appears to be a battleship or cruiser and an aircraft carrier, docked alongside Pier 7. Classic automobiles line the pier, and uniformed personnel are visible, adding to the authentic mid-century atmosphere of this iconic military installation, known as "The World's Largest Naval Base." This collectible postcard was published by Rowe Distributing Co. and manufactured by Dexter Press, known for their quality photochrome printing. The detailed image provides a window into the maritime power of the United States Navy during the early 1960s, highlighting the scale and activity of this crucial defense hub. Ideal for collectors of military memorabilia, Virginia history, or vintage travel ephemera, this postcard offers a tangible connection to a significant period in naval and American history.
