WWI German Soldiers RPPC 1917 Winter Photo Medical Aid Station

Description

View WWI German Soldiers RPPC 1917 Winter Photo Medical Aid Station with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Ref: 260361. WWI German Soldiers RPPC 1917 Winter Photo Medical Aid Station Description: Captivating Glimpse into WWI History! Discover this original Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) from the First World War era, capturing a large group of what appear to be German soldiers in a snowy, possibly field, setting. This poignant image offers a unique window into the daily life of servicemen during wartime winters. The photograph depicts numerous soldiers, dressed in heavy winter uniforms, featuring a variety of caps, including peaked service caps and warm fur hats, many with distinctive mustaches. Barbed wire is visible in the foreground, hinting at the challenging conditions of the front or a forward post. While various shoulder straps and insignia are visible on some uniforms, specific unit designations are not clearly discernible in detail. A significant feature of this RPPC is the original handwritten German inscription on the front, which reads: "Sanitäts-Hilfsplatz im Oppen. Dez. 17." This translates to "Medical Aid Station in Oppen. Dec. 17." This provides precise historical context, dating the photo to December 1917 and locating it at a medical aid station in a place identified as "Oppen." This is an authentic photographic print, not a halftone, offering superior detail and historical integrity. A remarkable piece for military history collectors, postcard enthusiasts, or anyone interested in WWI memorabilia. Approximate Measurements: 3.5" x 5.5" Seller Notes: I source my items from local estate sales, garage sales, and thrift stores. While I have a good eye for vintage, I am not an expert in every category I sell. I describe items to the best of my ability based on what I see. Please look at the photos closely as they are the true description of condition and authenticity. All sales final. Ref: 260361 Dimensions:  3.5" x 5.5" Weight:  5g Condition: (please see pics for cosmetics)  Pre-owned vintage condition. Light signs of age and use, including minor corner wear, mild toning, and handwritten inscription on the front. Please view all photos as they are the best description of condition. Inv # 260361 Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Militaria › WW I (1914-18) › Original Period Items › Germany › Photographs.

Country of Origin

United States

Conflict

WW I (1914-18)

Original/Reproduction

Original

Region of Origin

Germany

Theme

Militaria