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World War II Patriotic cover
Description:
"The Home Front ... United For Victory"
Men and women in all capacities represent workers on the home front. The V for Victory was the pervasive symbol of the period.
One letter (2002.2035.573.2) is associated with this serviceman's cover that was sent under Free Franking from Esler Field and postmarked Alexandria, Louisiana, July 18, 1942. Unknown publisher.
Date:
1942
Markings:
ALEXANDRIA, LA. / JUL 18 / 2-PM / 1942 [cancel]
Free [handwritten free frank in upper right corner]
The / HOME / FRONT; United for / VICTORY [cachet]
Medium:
paper; ink; adhesive
Dimensions:
8.9 x 16.5 cm (3.5 x 6.5 in.)
Museum ID:
2002.2035.573
Place of Origin:
Louisiana
Place of Destination:
Illinois
Collection:
