1943 Hollywood Canteen WWII Era RPPC Postcard - Camp Elliott Postmark-image
1943 Hollywood Canteen WWII Era RPPC Postcard - Camp Elliott Postmark-image

1943 Hollywood Canteen WWII Era RPPC Postcard - Camp Elliott Postmark

$ 5.27

Brand/Publisher: Longshaw Card Co. Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949 Postage Condition: Posted Unit Type: Unit Region: California Country: United States Subject: Hollywood Canteen Continent: North America City: Hollywood Unit of Sale: Single Unit Country of Origin: United States Unit Quantity: 1 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Era: WW II (1939-45) Features: Handwritten, Postmarked Number of Items in Set: 1 Type: Real Photo (RPPC) brand: Longshaw Card Co. Signed: No Year Manufactured: 1943 Material: Paper

Description

1943 Hollywood Canteen WWII Era RPPC Postcard - Camp Elliott Postmark. Step back in time to the vibrant atmosphere of the iconic Hollywood Canteen with this captivating Real Photo Postcard (RPPC). The image captures a lively night at the legendary venue, bustling with soldiers, sailors, and stars mingling and dancing, offering a unique glimpse into wartime entertainment and morale-boosting efforts. The detailed photographic print vividly portrays the energy and camaraderie that defined the Canteen during its operation, a true testament to its historical significance. This collectible piece is a tangible link to World War II history, bearing a clear May 31, 1943 postmark from Camp Elliott in California, a significant military base during the era. The postcard, manufactured by Longshaw Card Co. of Los Angeles, features handwritten messages from a soldier stationed at Camp Elliott to family in St. Louis, Missouri, adding a personal and poignant dimension to its historical value. This authentic wartime artifact is a must-have for collectors of Hollywood memorabilia, military history, and vintage postcards.

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