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Up for sale is an antique WWI-era German Feldpost postcard. The front features a sentimental multi-scene composition depicting soldiers at night and couples expressing love, titled with the lyrics \"Steh\' ich in finstrer Mitternacht so einsam auf der fernen Wacht!\" (In the deep of night, I stand so lonely on the distant watch). The artwork captures the poignant emotions of German soldiers serving at the start of the First World War.
Historical Details:
- Postmark: Konstanz (October 25, 1914)
- Stamp: Field post usage
- Addressee: Fräulein Luise, Säckingen am Rhein, Baden
Message Highlights:
- Dated \"25. Okt 1914,\" the message from a soldier named Otto to his beloved Luise expresses his longing to be back with her, mentioning a walk in Allmannsdorf.
Condition:
- Used/Posted. The card shows typical age-related wear, including minor edge softening and light toning consistent with a 110-year-old piece of postal history. The ink is clear and legible.
Please carefully review the high-resolution front and back scans provided in the photos to determine the exact condition for yourself before purchasing.
