WWI Soldier Allied Flags Embossed Postcard -
WWI Soldier Allied Flags Embossed Postcard -

WWI Soldier Allied Flags Embossed Postcard - "We Boys Who Shouldered Arms"

$ 10.55

Unit Quantity: 1 Era: World War I (1914-1918) Postage Condition: Unposted Features: Embossed Number of Items in Set: 1 Signed: No Unit of Sale: Single Unit Subject: Military Time Period Manufactured: 1910-1919 Material: Cardboard Year Manufactured: 1910s Type: Printed (Lithograph) Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Country of Origin: United States Unit Type: Unit

Description

WWI Soldier Allied Flags Embossed Postcard - "We Boys Who Shouldered Arms". This captivating World War I era postcard features a resolute soldier in uniform, rifle in hand, standing proudly amidst the flags of the Allied Powers. The vibrant banners of France, Belgium, the United States, Great Britain, Italy, and Japan unfurl behind him, symbolizing the international alliance during the Great War. The artwork, characterized by its detailed illustration and rich, muted tones, captures the patriotic spirit and hopeful sentiment of the period. The postcard's unique charm is enhanced by its embossed texture, adding a tactile dimension to the flags, the soldier's figure, and the border. A poignant poem graces the front, expressing a soldier's longing for home and the embrace of loved ones: "We boys who shouldered arms all hope / When we get home again, / There'll be another pair of arms / Around our shoulders then." This collectible piece offers a tangible connection to the historical and emotional landscape of the First World War, making it a significant addition for collectors of military memorabilia, vintage postcards, and historical ephemera.

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