Antique Postcard RPPC Real Photo France General Philipot American Bravery WW1

Description

View Antique Postcard RPPC Real Photo France General Philipot American Bravery WW1 with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. A postcard dated from the early 1900s. This postcard has been stored in a plastic sleeve for many years. In France - General Philipot decorating an American for Bravery copyright FPC - French Pictorial Service The image shows a World War I scene in France where a French general is awarding a medal to an American soldier for bravery  The caption names the general as "General Philipot" and credits the "French Pictorial Service" and "OFRC.". The name "Philipot" is likely a misspelling of General Henri Philippe Pétain, a famous French general and later Marshal of France during World War I. Pétain was known for decorating soldiers and units.  Key details: Decoration Ceremony: A French general is giving a medal to an American soldier. Location and Time: The event occurred in France during World War I. Attribution: The photo is credited to the "French Pictorial Service" and "OFRC.". Potential Link to Philippe Pétain: Pétain led the French Army and was involved in ceremonies, including decorations.  Note on "Philipot": There is no widely documented French general named "Philipot" during WWI. The name may be a misspelling of Pétain, who was known for such events. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Non-Topographical Postcards.

Country of Origin

France

Unit of Sale

Single Unit

Number of Items in Set

1

Featured Person

American Officers

Signed By

C.W. Faulkner

Occasion

Nautical

Size

Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)

Material

Cardboard, Paper, Postcard

Year Manufactured

1918

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Brand/Publisher

French Pictorial Service

Subject

Real Photo

Type

Real Photo (RPPC)

Era

Real Photo (1900-Now)

Theme

Militaria, Nautical, Patriotic, Social History, General Philipot, Decorating American for Bravery

Features

Bookmark, Undivided Back, One of a Kind (OOAK)

Time Period Manufactured

1900-1919

Unit Quantity

1

Postage Condition

Unposted