Description
Striking WWII patriotic cartoon cover mailed from Wilmington, Delaware and franked with the 3¢ Win the War (Scott 905). The black printed cachet shows a caricature of Hitler with the caption “ACH!! WOT A WAR… NODDINGS… BUT DEFEAT.” Artist initials “GVS” appear at lower right. Machine cancel is OCT 14, 1944; addressed to Naval Hospital Staff, San Diego 34, Calif. (“34” is the wartime city postal zone-precursor to ZIP codes). Neatly penned sender’s return on the flap.
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Wilmington, DE machine cancel ties 3¢ Win the War stamp, correct 1944 rate
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Anti-Hitler cartoon cachet with distinctive caption; bold, clean impression
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Addressed to U.S. Navy hospital staff-excellent WWII home-front content
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“San Diego 34” postal zone marking adds period postal history interest
Condition: Clean and sound overall with light natural toning and a few scattered specks on the reverse. No tears or heavy creases noted. Please view all the photos for the best evaluation. We combine shipping on postal covers.
A compelling WWII propaganda piece that displays well and fits military, naval, patriotic, and “Win the War” collections alike.
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