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Mourning card for President T. G. Masaryk of Czechoslovakia
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Mourning card for President T. G. Masaryk of Czechoslovakia
Mourning card for President Tomas Garrigue Masaryk of Czechoslovakia (1850-1937) - produced on the day of his death and sent 4 days later... Masaryk succeeded in gaining the independence of a Czechoslovak republic as World War I ended in 1918. He founded Czechoslovakia and served as its first President, and so is called the " President Liberator" Date: 1937
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This poignant mourning card pays tribute to Tomas Garrigue Masaryk, the esteemed Czechoslovakian statesman, politician, sociologist, and philosopher who served as the first President of Czechoslovakia, earning him the title of "President Liberator." The card was produced on the very day of his passing in 1937, four days after his death at the age of 86. Masaryk's leadership was instrumental in gaining the independence of a Czechoslovak republic as World War I came to an end in 1918. The card features a striking portrait of Masaryk, his serious expression conveying the weight of the historic responsibility he bore. The text at the bottom reads, "In Memory of Tomas Garrigue Masaryk, the Founder of Czechoslovakia, who passed away on September 14, 1937." The card is adorned with a postmark and a commemorative stamp, adding to its historical significance. Masaryk's legacy as a national hero transcends his role as a politician. He was a respected intellectual and a champion of democracy, human rights, and social justice. His vision for a unified Czechoslovakia, free from foreign rule, inspired generations of Czechs and Slovaks. The mourning card serves as a poignant reminder of his enduring impact on Czechoslovakian history and the deep sense of loss felt by the nation upon his passing.
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