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World War II Patriotic cover
Description:
"Keep 'Em Flying!
Control of the air was recognised early in World War II as a decisive factor in modern warfare. Hence the popularity of this slogan, "Keep 'em Flying!"
Sent by a serviceman under Free Franking from the U.S. Army Music School at Fort Myer, Virginia. It was postmarked Arlington, Virginia, December 10, 1942, Fort Myer Station.
One sheet of letterhead (2002.2035.63.2) is associated with this cover. The cachet is a product of The Advertisers Press (Capitol Stamp Co.) of Des Moines, Iowa.
Date:
December 10, 1942
Markings:
ARLINGTON, VA. / DEC 10 / 12 M / 1942 / FORT MYER STA.
FREE [handwritten free franking in upper right corner]
"Keep 'em Flying!"; Control of the air was recognised early in World War II / as a decisive factor in modern warfare. Hence the popularity of / this slogan, "Keep 'em Flying!" [cachet]
Medium:
paper; ink; adhesive
Dimensions:
8.9 x 16.5 cm (3.5 x 6.5 in.)
Museum ID:
2002.2035.63
Place of Origin:
Virginia
Place of Destination:
Illinois
Collection:
