Fitzsimons Army Hospital Denver Colorado Vintage Linen Postcard 1940s

$ 7.12

Signed: No Theme: Architecture brand: Elmer C. Clark Unit Type: Unit Postage Condition: Unposted Brand/Publisher: Elmer C. Clark Era: Chrome (1939-present) Type: Linen Unit Quantity: 1 Continent: North America Material: Paper City: Denver Region: Colorado Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Country: USA Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949 Year Manufactured: 1940s Subject: Hospital Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Unit of Sale: Single Unit Country of Origin: USA

Description

Fitzsimons Army Hospital Denver Colorado Vintage Linen Postcard 1940s. Discover a piece of Denver's rich history with this vintage postcard featuring the iconic Fitzsimons Army Hospital. This striking linen-style postcard captures the grandeur of the hospital's main building, a significant landmark in Colorado. The image showcases the expansive architecture, surrounded by a lush green lawn and period automobiles, offering a glimpse into the mid-20th century landscape. Published by Elmer C. Clark of Denver, Colorado, this collectible postcard details the hospital's impressive scale, noting it was built at a cost of over three million dollars, standing 10 stories high, and accommodating 608 beds. The description also highlights the distinctive entrance crafted from white Colorado marble, emphasizing the building's architectural elegance and historical significance. A must-have for collectors of Colorado history, military memorabilia, and vintage Denver postcards.