1908 WWI Era Soldier Kissing Woman Postcard - Bristol VA H.H. Stratton
$ 5.28
Description
1908 WWI Era Soldier Kissing Woman Postcard - Bristol VA H.H. Stratton. Titled "A Young Soldier on Detached Service," the image evokes a sense of romance and separation during a period of military service, likely predating or early in the context of World War I. 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 captivating vintage postcard, dated January 25, 1908, depicts a poignant scene of a young soldier in uniform tenderly kissing a woman, both seated in a grassy field. Titled "A Young Soldier on Detached Service," the image evokes a sense of romance and separation during a period of military service, likely predating or early in the context of World War I. The postcard features a distinctive color tint, characteristic of early 20th-century printing techniques, adding to its unique antique appeal. The reverse side reveals a handwritten message from "Sib. Kirkpatrick" to "Aunt Mattie," detailing the sender's enjoyment of being on detached service. The postcard was sent from Bristol, Virginia, and addressed to Mrs. Mattie Haddon in Louisville. Published by H. H. Stratton of Chattanooga, Tennessee, and copyrighted 1906, this piece offers a tangible connection to personal stories and social history from the early 1900s. It's a significant collectible for enthusiasts of military history, social history, and early 20th-century ephemera.
