Postcard Duck Leaving Lake Delton At Dawn Manor Wisconsin Dells
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Postcard Duck Leaving Lake Delton At Dawn Manor Wisconsin Dells. Next Day Shipping This postcard shows an amphibious "Duck" tour boat, likely captured at Lake Delton in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. The boat is a converted World War II DUKW, a six-wheel-drive vehicle originally built by General Motors to transport troops and supplies across both land and water. The first commercial duck tours in the U.S. began in Wisconsin Dells in 1946. Key Locations & History The phrase "Ride the Ducks" was a popular brand that operated in numerous cities across the United States. While many locations have since closed or rebranded, the concept of "land and water" adventure remains a major tourist attraction. Wisconsin Dells, WI: Home to the Original Wisconsin Ducks, which maintains one of the largest fleets of these vintage WWII vehicles. Branson, MO: One of the most famous "Ride the Ducks" locations, which operated from 1970 until its closure in 2018. Other Notable Cities: Historically, these tours were also found in Seattle, Philadelphia, and San Francisco
