WWI Reims Mont de Piété Bombing Postcard 1914-1915 France War Damage
$ 5.28
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WWI Reims Mont de Piété Bombing Postcard 1914-1915 France War Damage. Le Mont de Piété, bombardé et incendié par les Allemands," the image starkly illustrates the destruction inflicted by the conflict. 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. This poignant real photo postcard captures the devastating impact of World War I on Reims, France, specifically depicting the heavily damaged Mont de Piété building. Titled "GUERRE EUROPÉENNE 1914-1915. - Le Crime de Reims. Le Mont de Piété, bombardé et incendié par les Allemands," the image starkly illustrates the destruction inflicted by the conflict. The detailed monochrome photograph, credited to M. Lavergne, Reims, showcases the building's structural collapse, blown-out windows, and missing roof, a powerful testament to the wartime devastation. The postcard provides a vivid historical record, transporting viewers to the immediate aftermath of the bombardment between 1914 and 1915. Its photographic quality offers a clear, unvarnished view of the architectural damage, highlighting the human cost and resilience amidst destruction. This collectible piece offers a unique glimpse into European history, specifically the Western Front during WWI, and is a significant artifact for enthusiasts of military history, French history, and vintage photography.
