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Description:

Original World War I German Feldpostkarte (field post postcard) dated October 26, 1916, sent through the Deutsche Feldpost system.

This is an authentic handwritten military postcard used by German soldiers for free mail service during WWI.

Details:

- Marked: “Feldpostkarte”

- Postal cancel: Deutsche Feldpost, dated 26.10.1916

- Format: Standard military postcard

- Handwritten message on reverse in period German script

- Condition: Light wear, toning, and corner rounding consistent with age (see photos)

Historical Context:

Sent during October 1916, in the later phase of the Battle of the Somme, one of the largest engagements of World War I.

Feldpostkarten were commonly used by soldiers for shorter messages home, offering a quick and efficient way to communicate from the front or rear areas.

Why this piece stands out:

- Clearly dated 1916 wartime usage

- Official Deutsche Feldpost cancel

- Fully handwritten message

- Classic example of German WWI postal history

A solid and affordable piece of WWI military correspondence, ideal for collectors of German militaria, postcards, and wartime ephemera.

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Shipping:

Shipped securely with rigid backing to prevent bending.

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