1941 Red Jacket Seneca Leader Famous American Indian Series Postcard No. 11

$ 5.27

Continent: North America Type: Printed (Lithograph) City: Geneva Material: Cardboard Country of Origin: United States Unit Type: Unit Featured Person: Red Jacket Postage Condition: Unposted Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Subject: Native American Number of Items in Set: 1 Signed: No Year Manufactured: 1941 Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949 brand: G. I. Groves Brand/Publisher: G. I. Groves Unit Quantity: 1 Country: United States Region: New York Unit of Sale: Single Unit Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present)

Description

1941 Red Jacket Seneca Leader Famous American Indian Series Postcard No. 11. The front clearly identifies him, inviting a deeper look into the significant history he represents. Discover a piece of historical Americana with this captivating 1941 postcard featuring Red Jacket, the renowned Seneca leader. This card, part of the "Famous American Indian Series" and numbered 11, presents a dignified portrait of Red Jacket in a striking sepia-tone finish. The front clearly identifies him, inviting a deeper look into the significant history he represents. The reverse side provides a detailed biography, outlining Red Jacket's birth near Geneva, N.Y., around 1751, his eloquence as an orator, and his pivotal roles during the American Revolution and the War of 1812. It chronicles his diplomatic efforts, including signing a treaty in 1792, and his eventual passing near Buffalo, N.Y., in 1830. This postcard serves as an educational artifact, bringing to life the legacy of a key figure in Native American history and early American relations. Its linen-like texture and historical depth make it a compelling addition for collectors of Native American memorabilia, historical postcards, or Americana.