WW1 1918 Captured Boche Plane with Iron Cross Biplane Soldiers Photo Postcard

Description: This is a postcard brought back from WWI by a US Navy sailor named Joseph Mondzelski (girlfriend Yetta) who served aboard destroyer tender USS Black Hawk and was a member of the ship�??s band (bugler). Type & Size: A 5.5x3 original photograph. Condition: The back side of most postcards in this lot have remnants from being glued in a scrapbook. This vintage postcard features a black and white photograph of a World War I German biplane adorned with the Iron Cross insignia. The aircraft is positioned outdoors, surrounded by leafless trees. A few individuals can be seen interacting near the plane, with the text "Captured Boche Plane" handwritten on the lower portion of the image. This photograph was brought back by US Navy sailor Joseph Mondzelski, who served aboard the USS Black Hawk and was taken in 1918, capturing a significant moment from the war era. The USS Black Hawk was a destroyer tender that played a vital role in supporting naval operations during World War I. The ship's band, comprised of talented musicians, served to entertain sailors and boost morale. Postcards like this one were commonly sent as mementos by soldiers to their loved ones, providing a glimpse into their experiences and the technologies of the time. The capture of enemy aircraft was a notable achievement during the conflict, adding to the historical significance of this photograph.

Price: 29.99 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2025-01-08T08:25:38.000Z

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