1943 WWII Army Recruits New Cumberland PA Reception Center Postcard
$ 6.6
Description
1943 WWII Army Recruits New Cumberland PA Reception Center Postcard. A prominent wooden building stands in the background, characteristic of military base architecture of the era, while a distant body of water adds to the scenic context of the Pennsylvania landscape. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This compelling vintage postcard captures a significant moment in American history, depicting a long line of new recruits arriving at the Army Reception Center in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The image, a black and white print, shows a large group of men in civilian attire, signifying their transition into military service during World War II. A prominent wooden building stands in the background, characteristic of military base architecture of the era, while a distant body of water adds to the scenic context of the Pennsylvania landscape. Two uniformed soldiers on the right foreground seem to be overseeing the new arrivals, adding a layer of authenticity to this historical scene. The reverse side reveals the postcard was published by W. R. Thompson & Company of Richmond, Virginia, and was postmarked from New Cumberland, PA, on November 15, 1943, during the height of WWII. The handwritten message from "Pvt Stephen Silagyi" offers a personal glimpse into the daily life of a soldier, mentioning his well-being, the food, and a day off spent at the PX. This postcard serves as a poignant artifact from a pivotal period, rich with historical and human interest, making it a valuable piece for collectors of military memorabilia, Pennsylvania history, or World War II ephemera.
