Gen. Dodge House Council Bluffs IA Victorian Home Historic Landmark Postcard

$ 5.28

Continent: North America Country: USA Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Region: Iowa Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Material: Paper Theme: Architecture Postage Condition: Posted Subject: Historical Building City: Council Bluffs Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Signed: No Country of Origin: USA Country/Region of Manufacture: USA

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Gen. Dodge House Council Bluffs IA Victorian Home Historic Landmark Postcard. 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. Discover a piece of American history with this vintage postcard featuring the stately Victorian residence of General Grenville M. Dodge in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Built in 1870, this magnificent brick home served as the residence of General Dodge, a distinguished Civil War Commander, chief construction engineer of the Union Pacific Railroad, and president of seven railroads. The postcard captures the grandeur of the architecture, surrounded by lush greenery, highlighting its status as a National Historic Landmark during its restoration in 1971. This vibrant color photo postcard, published by Dexter Press, Inc. and Dunlap-Henline Co., showcases the architectural details of the home, including its elegant columns and bay windows. The image provides a glimpse into the past, offering a visual record of a significant historical property. It's a prime collectible for enthusiasts of American history, Victorian architecture, and Iowa memorabilia, offering a tangible connection to a prominent figure and a landmark structure.