{"product_id":"lettre-manuscrite-ancienne-1943-marseille-seconde-guerre-mondiale-genevieve","title":"Old Handwritten Letter 1943 Marseille World War II Geneviève","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e :\u003cbr\u003e\nAuthentic handwritten letter dated October 14, 1943, written in Marseille and addressed to \"Ma chère Geneviève\". This period document, written in blue ink on a sheet of lined paper, features regular cursive handwriting, typical of private correspondence during World War II. The text is neatly arranged on a single page, showing the entire front side, without any illustrations or printed letterhead. The handwriting is fluid, with some underlining and variations in ink intensity, indicating careful writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe letter discusses personal and family matters, including baccalaureate results, references to acquaintances (Mireille, Jaume Fouquet, Jaume Tardieu, Jacqueline de la Rochetaillée), as well as considerations about studies and the context of the time. The author explicitly mentions the city of Marseille at the top right, as well as the precise date, reinforcing the authenticity of the historical testimony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper shows a slightly yellowed appearance and marked creases, probably due to prolonged folding and storage. No logo, watermark, or manufacturer's mark is visible on the shown side. The text remains perfectly legible over the entire exposed surface, without any notable stains or fading on the visible part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--nl--\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the background, the letter is photographed resting on a wooden desk, in front of a row of old bound books, which highlights its character as a historical archive and its visual authenticity. No other documents or accessories appear in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis letter is a direct testimony of daily life under the Occupation, with an epistolary style typical of the 1940s. It will interest anyone looking for an original source on private correspondence in France during the World War II period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e :\u003cbr\u003e\nUsed antique letter, sold as is. Visible creases, slight yellowing of the paper. Handwritten text perfectly legible on the visible side. No tears or major stains observed on the exposed part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e During World War II, private correspondence was often subject to censorship and exchanges between cities were slowed down by controls. Handwritten letters from that era are now valuable sources for understanding the daily lives of civilians under the Occupation, their worries, and their hopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e :\u003cbr\u003e\nCareful packaging and fast shipping by a professional seller specializing in antique documents and historical archives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: handwritten letter 1943, antique correspondence, World War II document, vintage epistolary, antique lined paper, 1940s period letter, Marseille letter 1943, WWII French letter, original France letter, historical testimony, vintage handwritten document, antique paper archive\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54489740771655,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_31b54527-f6f5-4d56-b367-04161560894d.jpg?v=1785631599","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lettre-manuscrite-ancienne-1943-marseille-seconde-guerre-mondiale-genevieve","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}