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Postcard (reproduction) of the Wright Model EX "Vin Fiz" aircraft, piloted by Calbraith Perry Rodgers, in flight above a crowd, circa 1911-1912. Also includes a reproduction of the 25-cent "Vin Fiz" stamp.

Advertisement postcard for exhibition aviator William S. Luckey, circa 1913-1915. The front features a photomechanical print of a Curtiss aircraft, likely piloted by Luckey, in flight over a racetrack. The verso contains information about Luckey's…

Tri-fold postcard advertisement for exhibition aviator William S. Luckey, circa 1913-1915. The front features two photomechanical prints of Curtiss aircraft in flight, likely piloted by Luckey. The verso contains information about Luckey's flying…

Postcard of a Fokker E-series aircraft, circa 1914-1918.Inscription: "Der neue Fokker-Eindecker für Ruckenfluge."Inscription on album page: "Early Fokker."Part of Album Three from the Nancy Harkness Collection of World War I Photograph Albums, circa…

Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) "Christmas Greeting" postcard, 1917. Front includes a pre-printed Christmas greeting with the YMCA logo and is decorated with holly and mistletoe. Handwritten inscription on verso: "Hello wishing each and all…

Postcard from Joseph Wehner to his sister Hazel Wehner, circa 1917. Informs her that he visited the Castle of Chillon in Switzerland. Postcard image is of the same. Caption: "Chateau de Chillon et les Dents du Midi."Inscription on verso: "Dear Hay, I…

Photographic postcard of a German serviceman, circa 1917. Includes a mostly illegible inscription.

Postcard to C. N. Butler from Herman Butler, postmarked April 2, 1917. Acknowledges receipt of letters and gives instructions for future mail. Postcard image features a wharf scene in San Diego, California.Typed caption: "1184 - Wharf Scene, San…

Postcard to Mrs. G. L. Grimshaw from Ray M. Grimshaw, postmarked May 16, 1917. Briefly talks about travel details and sends regards.

Postcard from Charles W. Drew to his mother, July 25, 1917. Describes his first flight and future daily routine.