Old postcard War 1914-18 Jonchery Marne village ruins WWI

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This old postcard shows a black and white view of the ruins of the village of Jonchery (Marne) after the First World War, period 1914-1918. The image, typical of photographic editions of the time, shows a devastated landscape with partially collapsed buildings and destroyed structures, illustrating the extent of the destruction suffered by this town during the conflict.

At the top of the visible side, we can distinguish the printed inscription: "R. P. - 510. The War 1914-18 — JONCHERY (Marne) — The ruins of the charming village — The ruins — Visé Paris 510". This mention specifies the location (Jonchery, Marne department), the theme (ruins of the village during the Great War) and the publisher or reference (Visé Paris 510).

The photographic shot occupies most of the card. It highlights uneven ground in the foreground, then, in the background, several devastated buildings with collapsed walls and missing roofs. The contrasts of the image bear witness to the silver halide technique used, with shades of gray typical of early 20th century prints.

The upper left corner shows a circular mark, probably an old postal stamp or a cancellation mark, indicating previous postal use. The edges of the card are slightly irregular, with visible wear on the left side, typical of postcards that have withstood the test of time. No handwritten text or back is visible in the provided photo.

The visible side has no other ornaments or colors: the whole is monochrome, faithful to the production of historical postcards of the First World War. No dimension details are indicated, in accordance with the view provided.

Condition: Used item, sold as is. Visible wear on the edges, partial cancellation mark, slight antique patina. The image remains legible and the main inscription is well preserved.

Did you know? During the First World War, many villages in the Marne, such as Jonchery, were almost entirely destroyed during fighting and bombardments. After the conflict, Parisian publishers distributed these photographs of ruins, both historical testimonies and correspondence media, contributing to the collective memory of the Great War.

AFW Reassurance: Professional shipment with careful packaging and fast shipping. Seller specializing in historical objects and old postcards.

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