1917 WWI Soldier & Woman Farewell Postcard - "Best of Friends Must Part"
$ 5.28
Description
1917 WWI Soldier & Woman Farewell Postcard - "Best of Friends Must Part". The image, printed by The Rotograph Co. of New York & Boston, Mass., showcases the photographic printing techniques popular during the early 20th century. 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 poignant 1917 postcard captures a heartfelt farewell scene, depicting a WWI-era soldier in uniform and a woman in period attire, holding hands with a prominent American flag between them. The evocative caption, "The Best of Friends Must Part," underscores the emotional weight of wartime separations, making this a powerful historical artifact. The image, printed by The Rotograph Co. of New York & Boston, Mass., showcases the photographic printing techniques popular during the early 20th century. The postcard was mailed from Los Angeles, California, on June 4, 1917, addressed to Baldwin Park, California. It features a 1-cent George Washington U.S. postage stamp and includes a handwritten message from the sender. This collectible piece offers a glimpse into the personal stories and national sentiment of the World War I era, celebrating themes of patriotism, love, and sacrifice. It is a significant find for collectors of WWI memorabilia, vintage postcards, and historical photography.
