VA Postcard Entrance to Soldiers' Home Hampton Victorian Vintage Postcard
$ 3.64
Description
VA Postcard Entrance to Soldiers' Home Hampton Victorian Vintage Postcard. The Hampton VA location was known as the Southern Branch, which opened in 1870. It was, however, popular with other vets because of the mild climate, both Union and Confederate. VA Postcard Entrance to Soldiers' Home Hampton Victorian Vintage Postcard This vintage postcard features the entrance to the Soldiers' Home in Hampton, Virginia. It depicts a beautiful bridge leading to the home, surrounded by lush greenery. The postcard is an authentic original print, dating back to 1907 during the divided back era. The postcard is in unposted condition and is a single unit sale. It is a great addition to any collection of topographical postcards or postcards in general. The theme of the postcard is cities and towns, making it a unique piece of history from the United States. The National Home of Disabled Volunteer Soldiers of Hampton Virginia later became the Veterans Administration. The Hampton VA location was known as the Southern Branch, which opened in 1870. Originally the Chesapeake Female College, which was mostly abandoned for the Civil War, this location was believed to have been for African American veteran soldiers who were more accustomed to the warmer climate. But few of the U.S. Colored Troops actually entered the home. It was, however, popular with other vets because of the mild climate, both Union and Confederate .. The NHDVS transformed into a Medical Hospital during WW1. The name changed to the VA in 1873. The postcard front side depicts a bridge entrance to the National Home of Disabled Volunteer Soldiers. There are 5 people on the bridge. Three women wear Victorian dresses and hats. Two people dressed slightly different may be African American. Fast shipping from Orlando.
