Old handwritten letter 1945 WW2 Miss Blanc black ink squared paper

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Description

Old handwritten letter dated July 8, 1945, written in black ink on a sheet of squared paper. The document features neat cursive handwriting, characteristic of correspondence from the first half of the 20th century. The letter is addressed to "Monsieur Blanc", as indicated at the top of the page, and also bears the handwritten reception date "Received 11/7/45".

The paper used is school-type, with small squares, a slight cream tint, and a time-worn patina. The upper left corner is annotated in pencil, likely an archiving or filing note, and shows a slight crease. The upper right corner is dog-eared, indicating authentic use and handling.

The text, though partially legible, evokes a family or friendly context, typical of personal exchanges of the era. Phrases such as "I was hoping to meet you before my departure..." can be distinguished, suggesting close correspondence, possibly linked to the post-war period. The letter also mentions the countryside and family, reinforcing its intimate nature.

The page has a brown watermark at the bottom, probably due to contact with liquid, but it does not affect the overall legibility of the text. No verso or content on the back is visible in the photograph; only the front side is described here. The edges show slight signs of wear, without major tears.

The layout is typical of the era, with a left margin and well-aligned lines. No logo, watermark, or manufacturer's mark is visible on this side. The black ink used remains contrasted despite the passage of time, without significant fading.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows signs of wear from use, marked corners, brown stain at the bottom of the page, corner folds. The writing remains legible, the paper remains in good condition despite its age.

Did you know? After World War II, handwritten correspondence remained the primary means of private exchange, especially for families separated by the events of the conflict. Squared paper was commonly used in France in the 1940s, particularly for personal and school letters.

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