Sidi Bou Said Tunis Gulf View WWII Military Mail Postcard 1943-image
Sidi Bou Said Tunis Gulf View WWII Military Mail Postcard 1943-image

Sidi Bou Said Tunis Gulf View WWII Military Mail Postcard 1943

$ 7.07

brand: Edition de La Cigogne - Baconnier, Imp. Alger Subject: Cityscape, Coastal, Military, Architecture, Scenery Signed By: Walter Pont Unit of Sale: Single Unit Signed: Yes Unit Type: Unit Features: Divided Back, Military Mail, Postmarked Year Manufactured: 1943 Number of Items in Set: 1 Postage Condition: Posted Country: Tunisia Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949 Unit Quantity: 1 Continent: Africa City: Sidi Bou Said Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Era: WWII (1939-45) Region: Tunis Brand/Publisher: Edition de La Cigogne - Baconnier, Imp. Alger Type: Printed (Lithograph)

Description

Sidi Bou Said Tunis Gulf View WWII Military Mail Postcard 1943. The artistic rendition, likely a chromolithograph, beautifully conveys the serene beauty and unique character of this iconic Tunisian location. This captivating vintage postcard features a picturesque panoramic view of Sidi Bou Said, a charming village perched on a cliff overlooking the shimmering gulf near Tunis. The scene captures the distinctive white and blue architecture nestled amidst lush greenery, with the expansive Mediterranean Sea stretching into the horizon. The artistic rendition, likely a chromolithograph, beautifully conveys the serene beauty and unique character of this iconic Tunisian location. The reverse side reveals a rich piece of history, bearing a postmark from September 1, 1943, during World War II. The postcard was sent by "Lt. W. F. Pont" of "B-Btry 409th AAA" via "APO 164 c/o PM N.Y. N.Y." to "Mrs. Walter E. Pont" in Salt Lake City, Utah. The heartfelt message "I Love You. Your own: Daddy." signed by Walter Pont adds a poignant personal touch, offering a glimpse into military family correspondence during a pivotal era. Published by "Edition de "La Cigogne" and printed by "Baconnier, Imp. Alger", this collectible piece is a testament to both geographical beauty and historical communication.

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