Lake Pontchartrain Causeway Louisiana World's Longest Bridge Chrome Postcard
$ 5.02
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Lake Pontchartrain Causeway Louisiana World's Longest Bridge Chrome Postcard. 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. Discover this vintage chrome postcard featuring an impressive aerial view of the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway in Louisiana, famously known as the world's longest bridge. This iconic structure, spanning 23.83 miles, connects New Orleans with the northern highlands, a marvel of mid-century engineering completed in 1956 as part of the Greater New Orleans Expressway System. The vibrant colors and sharp details, characteristic of Mirro-Krome printing by H. S. Crocker Co., Inc. of San Francisco, capture the vast expanse of the causeway stretching into the horizon, with eight miles of the bridge disappearing from sight. This collectible piece offers a glimpse into the significant architectural achievements of its era, highlighting a pivotal landmark in American infrastructure. The reverse side provides fascinating historical details about the bridge's construction and scale, making it a valuable addition for enthusiasts of Louisiana history, bridge architecture, or vintage travel memorabilia. It represents a significant moment when New Orleans was celebrated as a "City of Enchantment."
