Vintage 1943 WWII Fort Wayne Indiana Postcard - Norfolk VA Navy Base Letter NR For Sale

Vintage 1943 WWII Fort Wayne Indiana Postcard - Norfolk VA Navy Base Letter​Step Back into History with a Real Piece of WWII Postal History!​This original 1943 linen postcard features a vibrant aerial view of downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana, highlighting iconic landmarks like the Lincoln Bank Tower and the Allen County Courthouse.​What makes this postcard truly special is the personal message written on the back by a young serviceman named Don, dated August 6, 1943.Freshly arrived at the naval base in Norfolk, Virginia, Don writes home to Virginia with warmth and humor about his first days in service—passing his tough physical, getting his military haircut ("my hair was all cut off"), and adjusting to his new uniform.Sent with a green 2-cent "For Defense" postage stamp and cancelled with an authentic 1943 military postmark, it offers a raw, firsthand window into American homefront and military life during World War II.​Whether you are a collector of Fort Wayne local history, vintage linen postcards, or WWII military memorabilia, this item is a fascinating addition to any collection.Wayne Calendar & Novelty Co. Aerial Downtown Fort Wayne IN Linen Postcard Posted​Shipping Details
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