1917 WWI Soldier & Woman Camp Meade Postcard Baltimore Postmark
$ 5.02
Description
1917 WWI Soldier & Woman Camp Meade Postcard Baltimore Postmark. The reverse side confirms its origins, published by C. O. Buckingham of Washington, D. C. 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 poignant real photo postcard, copyrighted 1917 by C. O. Buckingham, captures a tender moment between a WWI-era soldier and a woman, titled "REST." The scene depicts the uniformed soldier, possibly from the 71st Infantry, embracing a woman in a long dress, with military tents visible in the background, suggesting a camp setting. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the personal lives and emotional connections amidst the backdrop of wartime, reflecting a shared human experience during a significant historical period. The reverse side confirms its origins, published by C. O. Buckingham of Washington, D. C. The postcard bears a clear Baltimore, Maryland postmark dated December 5, 1917, and includes a handwritten message from "Vernel" at Camp Meade, Maryland, to Miss Gladys Stone in Phillipsburg, New Jersey. This piece serves as a tangible historical artifact, providing insight into early 20th-century communication, military life, and the enduring themes of love and connection during wartime. It's a collectible item for enthusiasts of WWI memorabilia, military history, and vintage photography.
