Handwritten letter 1939-1945 war correspondence France blue ink period

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Description

Period handwritten letter, dated August 15, 1944, visible on the upper left part of the first sheet. The set includes two sheets of paper, entirely filled with blue ink cursive writing, characteristic of private correspondence during World War II. The carefully written text covers almost the entire surface of each page, without illustration or ornamentation.

The two sheets have a classic layout: narrow margins, close lines, and slanted handwriting, indicating careful writing. The ink, with a slightly patinated bluish hue, remains generally legible despite some variations in intensity due to the age of the document. The cream-colored paper shows slight handling or folding marks locally, with no visible tears on the shown side.

Clearly visible on the front is the partial mention of an address printed vertically on the right edge of the second sheet: "RÉPONDEZ AU NOM ET À L?ADRESSE DE L?EXPÉDITEUR" (REPLY TO THE SENDER'S NAME AND ADDRESS), as well as a remnant of a blue administrative stamp, typical of postal exchanges of the period. The upper and lower edges show slight undulations, indicating storage in a bundle or file.

The fluid and regular handwriting reveals personal passages, probably addressed to a wife or loved one during the conflict period. The style of correspondence, as well as the classic rectangular format, are typical of letters exchanged between the front and the home front in France during the 1939-1945 period.

The letter is presented on an old library background, which highlights its authenticity and historical provenance. No other accessories or decorative elements are visible in the photo, the focus being on the letter itself.

Condition

Used item sold as is. Traces of use, fold marks, and slight paper wear visible on both sheets. The ink remains legible on the shown side. No tears or major stains on the visible area.

Did you know? Handwritten letters exchanged during World War II in France were subject to military censorship. Correspondents often had to include their full identity and address on each sheet, which explains the presence of printed inserts or administrative stamps on many letters from that period.

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