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Postcard, Czechoslovak Recruiting Office, WW1
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Postcard, Czechoslovak Recruiting Office, WW1
Patriotic postcard issued by the Czechoslovak Recruiting Office during the First World War, showing a Czech soldier appealing to his fellow-countrymen living in America to join him and fight in France. Date: 1914-1918
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Bayonet Beret Countrymen Czech Czechoslovak Czechoslovakia Fight Graphic Heroic Join Office Patriotic Patriotism Puttees Recruiting Recruitment Rifle Weapon
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This evocative postcard, issued by the Czechoslovak Recruiting Office during the tumultuous years of the First World War, vividly captures the spirit of patriotism and the call to arms that resonated deeply among the Czechoslovak community living in America. The image features a determined Czech soldier, clad in his distinctive blue coat, red beret, and puttees, brandishing a rifle with a fixed bayonet. With a fierce and resolute expression, he implores his fellow Czechoslovaks living abroad to join him in the fight for their homeland and for freedom and justice in Europe. The graphic design of the postcard, with its bold typography and powerful imagery, underscores the heroic and historic nature of the cause. The soldier's appeal transcends the borders of Czechoslovakia and speaks to the universal themes of duty, sacrifice, and unity in the face of adversity. This poignant artifact from the early 20th century offers a glimpse into the rich history of Eastern Europe during the Great War and the enduring bonds of patriotism that united people across continents.
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