Old handwritten letter 1943 Grenoble WW2 Second War written to Geneviève

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Description

Old handwritten letter, dated January 9, 1943, written in Grenoble during World War II. This correspondence is on a sheet of squared paper, written in black ink by hand, with a regular and neat cursive script. The letter begins with the heading "Grenoble, January 9, 1943" and is addressed to "My dear Geneviève."

The text occupies almost the entire visible side of the sheet, folded in half horizontally, showing a slight crease in the center. The paper shows a slight patina of use, typical of documents from that era, with some marked folds but no obvious tears on the visible surface. The correspondence discusses personal and daily topics, such as reading, the library, health, and work, as well as themes related to faith and family, reflecting the context of the time.

The date, the city of dispatch (Grenoble), the recipient's first name (Geneviève), and several detailed handwritten paragraphs are clearly distinguishable. The writing remains legible on the entire side, with no major erasures or ink bleeding. No stamp, postmark, or envelope is visible in this image: it is only the written sheet.

The letter testifies to daily life under the Occupation in 1943, a period marked by restrictions and great uncertainty, which gives this document particular historical value. The squared paper and ink writing are characteristic of French personal correspondence from the mid-20th century.

The visible side contains no illustrations, official letterhead, or apparent full signature. The margins are regular, and the text is left-aligned, with a neat layout.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of marked creases due to original folding, slight patina, perfectly legible writing on the visible side. No missing parts or tears visible on this side.

Did you know? Handwritten letters from World War II, especially those written in cities like Grenoble, offer direct and invaluable testimony to the daily life, concerns, and resilience of civilian populations under the Occupation. Their preservation allows for a better understanding of the social and intimate history of this turbulent period.

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