Greetings Card : Occupied Germany - Postcard Pack - Cartoons
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Occupied Germany - Postcard Pack - Cartoons
Occupied Germany - Postcard Pack - Cartoons, featuring an American Dispatch Rider. Date: 1946
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Media ID 14347576
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1946 Forces Motorbike Occupation Occupied Occupying Post War Rider
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our Occupied Germany - Postcard Pack - Cartoons from Media Storehouse. This collection of vintage greeting cards, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique and insightful look into the historical context of post-World War II Europe. Featuring a charming image of an American Dispatch Rider in 1946 Occupied Germany, these cartoons capture the spirit of the time with their humorous and lighthearted take on daily life. Perfect for history enthusiasts or anyone looking to add a touch of nostalgia to their correspondence, these greeting cards are a delightful way to connect with the past.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.5cm x 15.8cm (4.9" x 6.2")
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This postcard print, hailing from the year 1946, offers a poignant and humorous glimpse into the early days of the post-war occupation of Germany by Allied forces. The image, titled "Occupied Germany - Postcard Pack - Cartoons," features an American Dispatch Rider, casually leaning against his motorbike, as a curious German boy peeks over his shoulder, seemingly fascinated by the unfamiliar insignia on the soldier's helmet. The backdrop of this heartwarming scene is the stark reality of a war-torn Germany, still reeling from the devastation wrought by World War II. The American and British troops, who had arrived to bring order and stability, were a constant presence in the lives of the German people during this period. The cartoonish style of the print adds a layer of levity and whimsy to the scene, making it a poignant reminder of the human connection that transcended the political and military tensions of the time. The American Dispatch Rider, with his confident demeanor and casual interaction with the boy, symbolizes the beginning of a new chapter in the complex relationship between the Allied forces and the German people. This postcard, with its unique blend of history, humor, and humanity, is a testament to the enduring power of visual storytelling. It invites us to reflect on the past, appreciate the present, and look forward to the future with hope and optimism.
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