THE LAST HUSSAR! August von Mackensen Imperial German Field Marshal Postcard

$ 4.22

Region: Germany Grade: Ungraded Type: Postal Card, Stationery Year of Issue: 1931-1940 Place of Origin: Germany & Colonies Topic: WWII Certification: Uncertified Quality: Used

Description

THE LAST HUSSAR! August von Mackensen Imperial German Field Marshal Postcard. The portrait shows Mackensen in a highly decorated Imperial German uniform with multiple military honors including the Iron Cross and other Imperial Prussian awards. August von Mackensen portrait. Imperial German Field Marshal. Vintage reproduction postcard featuring Imperial German Field Marshal August von Mackensen, one of the most famous German commanders of World War I. Known as “The Last Hussar,” Mackensen is shown wearing his iconic fur busby cap featuring the Prussian tk (skull and crossbones) insignia, a traditional symbol associated with elite Prussian cavalry units. The portrait shows Mackensen in a highly decorated Imperial German uniform with multiple military honors including the Iron Cross and other Imperial Prussian awards. A striking historical military image popular with collectors of Imperial German militaria, World War I memorabilia, and vintage military postcards. Reverse is printed in traditional German “Postkarte” format and remains unused. This is an old vintage reproduction/copy postcard and not an original Imperial German era issued card. Condition is overall good with light age and storage wear. See photos for condition. August von Mackensen portrait Imperial German Field Marshal WWI German military theme "TK" busby insignia Iron Cross decorations visible German “Postkarte” reverse Unused postcard back Old vintage reproduction copy See photos for condition and details. Check out my other stamps and postcards and combine shipping! RB4