Vintage Linen Postcard Hot Springs National Park Army & Navy Hospital

$ 3.14

Subject: Army and Navy Hospital Region: Arkansas Time Period Manufactured: 1940s-1950s City: Hot Springs Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Type: Linen Postcard Continent: North America Country: United States Theme: National Park, Government Facility Era: Mid 20th Century Country of Origin: United States

Description

Vintage Linen Postcard Hot Springs National Park Army & Navy Hospital. This vintage linen postcard features an aerial view of the new Army and Navy Hospital at Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas, under the supervision of the U.S. Government. The postcard showcases the impressive architecture of the hospital with its distinctive central tower and expansive wings, surrounded by lush greenery and nearby buildings. The linen texture and vibrant colors highlight the mid-20th century printing style, typical of postcards produced for tourism and government promotion. Hot Springs National Park is renowned for its thermal springs and historic bathhouses, and this postcard emphasizes the government's role in managing the health facilities during that era. The back of the card includes a handwritten message and a 1-cent green Washington stamp, with a postmark indicating active postal use, adding to its collectible appeal. Produced by Woodcock Mfg. Co., this piece is a fine example of Americana and a must-have for collectors of national park memorabilia or vintage hospital-themed postcards.