Albrook Air Force Station Panama Canal Zone 1979 Postcard-image
Albrook Air Force Station Panama Canal Zone 1979 Postcard-image

Albrook Air Force Station Panama Canal Zone 1979 Postcard

$ 5.27

Country of Origin: United States Original/Licensed Reprint: Original brand: Dexter Press City: Balboa Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Country: Panama Subject: Military Type: Printed (Lithograph) Unit of Sale: Single Unit Region: Panama Canal Zone Unit Type: Unit Brand/Publisher: Dexter Press Signed: No Postage Condition: Posted Unit Quantity: 1 Time Period Manufactured: 1970-1979 Continent: North America Features: Postmarked Year Manufactured: 1979 Number of Items in Set: 1

Description

Albrook Air Force Station Panama Canal Zone 1979 Postcard. This vintage postcard presents a captivating aerial view of Albrook Air Force Station, strategically situated at the Pacific Terminus of the Panama Canal Zone. The vibrant chrome print beautifully captures the sprawling base, featuring its extensive airfield, numerous red-roofed buildings, and the surrounding lush, green landscape. In the background, the Balboa townsite and its bustling dock area are visible, offering a glimpse into the significant logistical and military operations of the era. Published by Dexter Press, renowned for their high-quality 'Natural Color' postcards, this piece provides a valuable historical document of the Albrook Air Force Station before its eventual transfer. The card offers an exceptional perspective on the infrastructure and scale of this vital American military installation within Panama, highlighting its role in regional defense and the operation of the Panama Canal. It's a significant collectible for enthusiasts of military history, Panamanian history, or vintage travel memorabilia.

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