Old handwritten letter 1942 to Marguerite WWII World War II era

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Description

Period handwritten letter, dated August 2, 1942, written in ink on a white sheet of paper, visible flat in the photo. The text is handwritten, in gray or black ink, with a regular cursive script, typical of private correspondence from the early 1940s. The date and place of dispatch, "Fayl-Billot, August 2, 1942", appear in the upper right, followed by the address "Ma chère Marguerite".

The content of the letter discusses family and daily topics, with several references to family members and village life. The text occupies almost the entire visible page, without illustration or decorative additions. The margins are regular. The sheet has a central horizontal fold, probably original for storage, but shows no tears or apparent stains on the visible side. The writing remains legible over the entire surface.

The paper has a slightly satiny appearance, with no watermark or visible pattern on the exposed side. No printed header, logo, or stationery brand is visible on this side. The background of the photo shows old books, enhancing the period atmosphere without affecting the object itself.

This letter is a direct testimony to daily life in France during World War II, with a precise date of 1942. The object is typical of family correspondence from this period, often preserved for its historical and sentimental value.

The handwritten text, clear dating, and evoked context make it an interesting archival document for the study of personal writings under the Occupation. No illustration, stamp, or official signature is visible on the shown side.

Condition

Used letter, sold as is. Presence of a central horizontal fold, overall very good condition for its age, legible writing, no visible stains or tears on the presented side.

Did you know? Handwritten letters from the 1939-1945 period are valuable sources for historians: they document daily life, family relationships, and the impact of the conflict on civil society, particularly in rural French areas.

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