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Historical Significance & WWII Narrative
This extraordinary topographical postcard offers a poignant bridge between the peaceful pre-war Philippines and the devastation of World War II. While the front depicts a serene pre-war view of theIntramuros(Walled City) andGolf Links, the reverse contains a powerful handwritten message from a soldier named \"Bill\" to his wife, datedAugust 2, 1945. He poignantly writes about the scene on the front:\"I have seen this section called walled city. Now! it\'s all in ruins. There was a bloody scene... all them buildings were in total wreckage.\"Collector Detail & Quality
Published byThe Camera Company, Manila, this card is a \"Photo-Chrom\" lithograph (Catalog No. R-88781). The front features a vibrant hand-colored view of the American-era capital. The contrast between the beautiful \"postcard\" view on the front and the soldier\'s eyewitness account of theBattle of Manilaon the back makes this a museum-quality piece ofFilipinianaandWWII military history.Condition Report
Thisoriginal antique single unitis in excellent condition. Despite being handled by a soldier in the field in 1945, the card remains remarkably clean. There is minor age-toning and very light corner wear consistent with its history. The handwriting is clear, bold, and easily legible. It is unposted (likely sent in a soldier\'s mail envelope). Please refer to the high-resolution images to confirm the exact physical condition of this rare historical artifact.Search Tags:Manila Philippines Postcard, Intramuros Walled City, WWII Soldier Letter, Battle of Manila 1945, Philippine History, The Camera Company Manila, Military Correspondence, Liberation of Philippines, Historical Ephemera, Filipiniana.
