Description
Original WWII soldier’s “Free” mail cover from Camp Maxey, Texas, machine-cancelled JAN 30, 1945. Striking patriotic cartoon cachet reads “All But Rubbed Out!” with design code PB-20. “Free” at upper right and the soldier’s manuscript return at upper left document wartime free-franking in use-an evocative piece of stateside training-camp history addressed to William R. Jarrett, Shayonville, Ind.
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Camp Maxey, TX machine cancel, Jan 30, 1945
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Wartime Free Frank usage (no postage required for soldiers)
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Patriotic cachet “All But Rubbed Out!” (PB-20), bold black design
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Clean, neatly addressed WWII training-camp correspondence
Condition: Light natural toning and routine handling consistent with age; no tears noted. Please view all photos to judge centering, strike, and paper for yourself.
Shipping: We offer combined shipping on postal covers.
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