WW1 1918 US Navy Photo USS Black Hawk RPPC Postcard

Description: This is a postcard brought back from WWI by a US Navy sailor named Joseph Mondzelski (girlfriend Yetta) who served aboard destroyer tender USS Black Hawk and was a member of the ships band (bugler). Type & Size: A 5.5x3 original photograph. Condition: The back side of most postcards in this lot have remnants from being glued in a scrapbook. This vintage postcard captures a significant moment from World War I, specifically in 1918. It features an image taken from the deck of a naval vessel, likely during an operation or while making passage at sea. The postcard belonged to Joseph Mondzelski, a US Navy sailor and a bugler from the band aboard the USS Black Hawk, a destroyer tender. It?s a glimpse into military life during this tumultuous era, showcasing the maritime environment in which sailors operated. During World War I, the role of the US Navy was crucial in maintaining supply lines and supporting ground forces. The USS Black Hawk played an essential part in the Navy's operations during this period, although it primarily served as a tender for destroyers. Sailors like Mondzelski, who were part of ship bands, provided entertainment and boosted morale among the troops. This postcard serves as a tangible piece of history, connecting us to the lives of those who served. **POST CARD** CORRESPONDENCE HERE **VELOX** PLACE STAMP HERE **VELOX** ADDRESS HERE

Price: 26 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2025-01-08T08:25:38.000Z

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