Vintage Dodge City Kansas Historic Sites Postcard Boot Hill Cowboy Statue-image
Vintage Dodge City Kansas Historic Sites Postcard Boot Hill Cowboy Statue-image

Vintage Dodge City Kansas Historic Sites Postcard Boot Hill Cowboy Statue

$ 5.28

Country of Origin: United States Continent: North America Signed: No Number of Items in Set: 1 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Region: Kansas Time Period Manufactured: 1960-1970 Postage Condition: Unposted Type: Chrome Subject: Western Americana Country: United States Unit Quantity: 1 Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Features: Divided Back Unit of Sale: Single Unit Unit Type: Unit City: Dodge City

Description

Vintage Dodge City Kansas Historic Sites Postcard Boot Hill Cowboy Statue. This captivating vintage postcard offers a multi-panel glimpse into the storied past of Dodge City, Kansas. The front features a vibrant collage of historic sites, including a detailed depiction of Front Street as it appeared in the 1870s, complete with a horse-drawn stagecoach, the 'Long Branch' saloon, and a general outfitting store, evoking the authentic spirit of the Old West. Another panel showcases the solemn grounds of Boot Hill Cemetery, a significant landmark from the frontier era. The postcard also prominently displays the iconic Cowboy Statue, bearing the inscription 'On the Ashes of My Campfire this City was Built,' set against a backdrop of beautiful autumn foliage. Crafted during the chrome era, this postcard captures the vivid colors and details of these historic locations. The reverse side clearly identifies these as 'HISTORIC SITES IN DODGE CITY,' providing context for the iconic imagery. This piece serves as a wonderful historical artifact, preserving the legacy and famous landmarks of one of America's most legendary Wild West towns, making it a desirable addition for collectors of Western Americana and Kansas history.

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