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American postcard from World War I

Object Details

Description
Postcard produced in the USA. World War I. Front has a banner reading, "Here's to the boys, our heroes, welcome home," and a color illustration of Uncle Sam taking his hat off in recognition of the marching troops in the background. The opposite side has a return address from Private Harry H. Groh and is addressed to Mr. Thomas H. Groh, Leslie, Michigan. Frank printed: "No Stamp Required if Name and Organization is Placed In Upper Left Corner." Postmarked "Received from Army, Bordeaux, February 13, 1919."
Data Source
National Postal Museum
Date
February 13, 1919
Medium
paper; ink ( ) /
Dimensions
8.9 x 14.0 cm (3.5 x 5.5 in.)
Type
Covers & Associated Letters

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  • Uncle Sam: The Man and the Meme
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