Jefferson Davis Monument Hopkinsville KY Conoco TOURAIDE Postcard-image
Jefferson Davis Monument Hopkinsville KY Conoco TOURAIDE Postcard-image

Jefferson Davis Monument Hopkinsville KY Conoco TOURAIDE Postcard

$ 7.07

Country: USA Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1960 Region: Kentucky Postage Condition: Unposted Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Unit Type: Unit Subject: Historical, Monument, Travel City: Hopkinsville Signed: No Features: Advertising, Monument Unit of Sale: Single Unit Number of Items in Set: 1 Country of Origin: United States brand: Conoco Year Manufactured: 1950 Brand/Publisher: Conoco Unit Quantity: 1 Continent: North America Type: Printed (Lithograph)

Description

Jefferson Davis Monument Hopkinsville KY Conoco TOURAIDE Postcard. Discover a piece of Kentucky history with this vintage postcard showcasing the imposing Jefferson Davis Monument near Hopkinsville. The towering obelisk, a significant landmark, stands prominently against a cloudy sky, flanked by mature trees, captured in a classic monochrome photographic style. This postcard offers a glimpse into a bygone era, highlighting the architectural grandeur and historical importance of the monument. Adding to its unique appeal, the reverse side features a promotional message for "Conoco TOURAIDE," a popular travel guide program from the mid-20th century. This detail makes the postcard a fascinating collectible for enthusiasts of roadside Americana, petroleum advertising, and Kentucky history, connecting the monument to the golden age of automobile travel. Discover a piece of Kentucky history with this vintage postcard showcasing the imposing Jefferson Davis Monument near Hopkinsville. The towering obelisk, a significant landmark, stands prominently against a cloudy sky, flanked by mature trees, captured in a classic monochrome photographic style. This postcard offers a glimpse into a bygone era, highlighting the architectural grandeur and historical importance of the monument. Adding to its unique appeal, the reverse side features a promotional message for "Conoco TOURAIDE," a popular travel guide program from the mid-20th century. This detail makes the postcard a fascinating collectible for enthusiasts of roadside Americana, petroleum advertising, and Kentucky history, connecting the monument to the golden age of automobile travel.

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