WW1 French Postcards from one man who was in the French Artillery and moved around to where they were needed but always sent postcards back to his family, the majority have been translated into a more understandable French and some into English.

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Lot 39 of 62: WW1 French Postcards from one man who was in the French Artillery and moved around to where they were needed but always sent postcards back to his family, the majority have been translated into a more understandable French and some into English.

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Lot closed - unsold

Estimate: £60 - £80

Medals & Militaria Auction - Live Web Broadcast & Bidding - Postage and Safe Click/Collect Only(#367) 17/12/2021 10:30 AM GMT CLOSED!

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WW1 French Postcards from one man who was in the French Artillery and moved around to where they were needed but always sent postcards back to his family, the majority have been translated into a more understandable French and some into English.

Realised Price: £

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Medals & Militaria Auction - Live Web Broadcast & Bidding - Postage and Safe Click/Collect Only(#367) 17/12/2021 10:30 AM GMT CLOSED!

Lot 39 of 62: WW1 French Postcards from one man who was in the French Artillery and moved around to where they were needed but always sent postcards back to his family, the majority have been translated into a more understandable French and some into English.