1917 WWI Era Soldiers After The Hike Postcard - Camp Hancock, Augusta, GA
$ 6.6
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1917 WWI Era Soldiers After The Hike Postcard - Camp Hancock, Augusta, GA. 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. This compelling vintage postcard captures a poignant scene of five WWI-era soldiers resting "AFTER THE HIKE," as indicated by the title on the front. The image, rendered in a sepia-toned print with subtle hand-coloring, depicts the weary servicemen in their uniforms, some wiping their faces or tending to their feet, conveying the exhaustion and camaraderie typical of military life during that period. The natural outdoor setting, possibly a training camp or bivouac, adds to the authenticity of this historical snapshot. The details visible in their attire and expressions offer a tangible connection to the daily experiences of soldiers during the Great War. The reverse of the postcard reveals a clear postmark from July 26, 1917, firmly placing it in the midst of World War I. The handwritten message mentions "Camp Hancock, Augusta, Ga.," identifying the likely location or origin point associated with these soldiers, making it a significant piece for collectors interested in military history, specific WWI camps, or Georgia-related memorabilia. The postcard was sent to Greensburg, Pennsylvania, further adding to its documented journey. This piece serves as a valuable historical artifact, preserving a moment in time from an pivotal era in American and world history.
