Description
Vintage 1968 Redwood Forest Crescent City CA Postcard Mike Roberts Natural Color. This captivating vintage postcard transports you to the majestic Redwood Forest near Crescent City, California. The front features a stunning natural color photograph, showcasing the awe-inspiring giant redwood trees towering over a winding forest road. The ground is richly covered in fallen reddish foliage, with vibrant green ferns adding a touch of lush detail in the foreground, hinting at the immense scale of these natural wonders. A distant yellow vehicle on the road further emphasizes the grandeur of the landscape. The reverse side of this collectible piece is a testament to its history, featuring a clear postmark from August 24, 1968, and a handwritten message from "Paney" to Mrs. Edwin A. Lewis in Glasgow, Missouri. Published by Mike Roberts, Berkeley, California, and part of the Clements collection, this postcard carries the message "KEEP THE REDWOOD REGION GREEN" alongside a detailed description of these coastal Californian marvels. It's a true snapshot of a bygone era, celebrating the enduring beauty and ecological significance of the Redwood National and State Parks.