This vintage postcard features the iconic entrance to "Tiger Land" at Fort Polk, Louisiana, a well-known U.S. Army training center. The image captures a military truck beneath the bold archway with the motto "Fight Win" displayed on the posts, and the spire of Chapel Number 7 visible in the background. The vibrant photochrome printing technique, popular from 1939 onward, brings rich colors and detail to this 6 x 4 inch continental sized card.
Fort Polk is one of the largest basic training centers in the United States, making this postcard a significant collectible for military enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The back of the card includes a handwritten personal message and an 8-cent U.S. Air Mail stamp with a Fort Polk postmark dated May 9, 1967, adding to its authentic vintage appeal. Published by Paul B. Journey of Seattle, this postcard is a great addition to any military or historical postcard collection.
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CONDITION: Moderate wear and some soiling.
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