Paris Victory Parade 1919 Marshal Pétain WWI Era Postcard
$ 5.28
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Paris Victory Parade 1919 Marshal Pétain WWI Era Postcard. Produced by Imp. 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 vintage postcard captures a pivotal moment in history: the "Fêtes de la Victoire" (Victory Celebrations) in Paris on July 14, 1919. The image vividly portrays a grand military parade, commemorating the end of World War I. At the forefront, the distinguished Maréchal Pétain and his Etat-Major (Staff) are seen on horseback, leading the procession through streets adorned with festive banners and flags. A large, enthusiastic crowd lines the route, bearing witness to this significant event. Produced by Imp. L'Abeille of Paris, this real photo postcard (RPPC) offers an authentic, high-detail glimpse into post-WWI France. The grayscale photograph preserves the solemn grandeur and public jubilation of the occasion, highlighting the uniforms, horses, and architectural backdrop of the Parisian street. This postcard is a tangible piece of history, offering a unique perspective on a defining moment for France and the world.
