Handwritten letter 1944 Pierre Deckmyn War 39-45 old correspondence spouse

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Description

Old handwritten letter dated September 26, 1944, written on "Pierre Deckmyn" letterhead. The document is presented open, revealing text written in black ink on a full page, with cursive handwriting typical of the mid-20th century. The letter begins with the salutation "Mon chéri" (My darling), indicating personal correspondence, presumably addressed to a spouse or loved one during World War II.

The top of the paper clearly shows the printed mention "Pierre Deckmyn", while the handwritten date "26 sept 1944" appears in the upper right corner. An additional annotation is visible on the left margin: "Ci-rotours à la rentrée de l'Académie et de la guerre 44 du 39" (Return here at the start of the Academy and the war 44 of '39), reinforcing the historical context of the document. The handwriting is neat, regular, and occupies almost the entire visible page. The paper, light in color, shows a slight period patina, with no apparent decorative pattern.

The text, although partially legible, refers to family events and the war situation. It mentions exchanges with relatives, the anticipation of news, and allusions to travel or absences due to the military context. The style and vocabulary used are characteristic of private correspondence from the 1940s.

The document is displayed on a wooden surface, with old books in the background, which highlights its authenticity and historical character. No details of the verso or other pages are visible in the photo; only the recto is presented.

Condition

Period letter in used condition: the visible page has a homogeneous patina, with no apparent tears or major stains on the exposed side. The ink remains legible despite some slight variations in intensity, typical of old handwritten documents.

Used item, sold as is.

Did you know? Private correspondence during World War II was often subject to censorship and the vagaries of military mail. Letters between spouses separated by the war bear witness to the daily life, anxieties, and hopes of millions of French families between 1939 and 1945.

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