{"product_id":"1950s-french-letters-set-airmail-military-post-ephemera","title":"1950s - French Letters Set - Airmail \u0026 Military Post Ephemera","description":"This set offers 5 authentic 1950s French letters, complete with their original envelopes. This collection of vintage French language correspondence provides a tangible glimpse into everyday life during the mid-20th century, with handwritten documents and period postmarks from France and its military.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne envelope carries a distinct 'POSTE AUX ARMEES 25-9 1950 T.O.E.' (Military Post 25-9 1950 Overseas Theatres of Operation) stamp, originating from the '19ème REGIMENT DU GENIE' (19th Engineer Regiment) in Hussein-Dey, Algeria. Another letter explicitly references 'cette nouvelle année 1951' (this new year 1951), placing the correspondence at the turn of the decade. The collection includes airmail envelopes marked 'PAR AVION' (by air) and various French stamps. Letters open with common greetings such as 'Bien cher Robert' (Dear Robert) or 'Ma chère Popaul' (My dear Popaul), addressing family and friends. Topics range from personal news to social events, with one letter detailing a social gathering: 'Le bal si attendu et si désiré est intéressant à te raconter.' (The much-awaited and desired ball is interesting to tell you about.) This set is a resource for those interested in mid-century French social and military history.","brand":"AW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57270284747100,"sku":"9991-298","price":8.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/8491\/5804\/files\/IMG_2559_03a3b3b3-35cf-4a96-b847-792b13fe54d3.jpg?v=1775406115","url":"https:\/\/www.authentic-wonders.com\/products\/1950s-french-letters-set-airmail-military-post-ephemera","provider":"Authentic Wonders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}