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Patriotic Covers
World War II Patriotic cover
Description:
"God Blessed America ... Home of the Free"
The American flag flies over a cluster of homes in this placid cachet that was published by Jacques Minkus. This serviceman's cover was sent under Free Franking from the U. S. Army's Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Date unknown.
Date:
c. 1941 - 1945
Markings:
God Blessed America / Home of the Free [cachet]
Free [handwritten free franking in upper right corner]
Medium:
paper; ink; adhesive
Dimensions:
8.9 x 16.5 cm (3.5 x 6.5 in.)
Museum ID:
2002.2035.224
Place of Origin:
Missouri
Place of Destination:
Illinois
Collection:
