WWI Soldier Smoking Love Poem Postcard 1918 Postmark Hancock Branch WV
$ 15.8
Description
WWI Soldier Smoking Love Poem Postcard 1918 Postmark Hancock Branch WV. This poignant WWI-era postcard captures a soldier in uniform, seated and smoking a cigarette, with the smoke rings revealing the image of his beloved. A sentimental poem accompanies the scene, expressing the soldier's longing and the woman's encouragement: "In the rings of smoke I see / Just the little girl for me; / I can see her, plain as day, / And she always seems to say,- / "Be a soldier while you can, / Then come back and be a man." This powerful imagery reflects the emotional landscape of wartime, highlighting themes of love, duty, and anticipation of reunion. The postcard features a classic colorized illustration style, characteristic of the early 20th century. The reverse side bears a clear December 10, 1918 postmark from Hancock Branch, West Virginia, confirming its historical context. Addressed to Miss Kathren Wilson in Moorefield, WV, and sent with two 1-cent George Washington stamps, this piece offers a tangible connection to the personal stories and sentiments exchanged during the Great War. It's a significant collectible for enthusiasts of military history, vintage ephemera, and WWI memorabilia.
