WWI French Military Postal Card - Dieppe - Regina Palace Hotel and Old Castle

Marked as "Carte postale" (Postcard).

Postmark: "Service Militaire des chemins de fer. Août 1915" (Military Railway Service, August 1915), indicating it was sent through the military postal service linked to the railways, which was crucial for troop and supply movements.

Message: At the top, it says "correspondance" (correspondence).

The message reads: "Reste ici 4 heures. Jolie ville. vu pas chere Voyage épouvantable 24 heures de wagons. Bons baisers. André"

Translation: "Staying here for 4 hours. Pretty city. view not expensive. Horrible trip, 24 hours in train cars. Best regards. André"

Recipient Details:

Name: Mademoiselle Renée Brissonnet

Address: 106 Grand Rue, Poitiers, indicating the card was sent to a young woman in Poitiers.

The card reflects the use of military railways for both military and possibly civilian travel during WWI. The mention of a "horrible trip" underscores the challenges of wartime travel, while the admiration for Dieppe shows moments of normalcy or tourism despite the broader context of war.

Condition: Given its use and age, the card exhibit signs of wear, including fading of the photo, ink smudges, or postal marks.

Historical Significance: Valuable for collectors of WWI memorabilia, particularly those interested in the effects of war on civilian life, French railway history, or the social history of Dieppe. Offers insights into the logistics of wartime travel, the juxtaposition of war with everyday life, and the personal experiences of soldiers or civilians moving through France during WWI.

Note: This WWI postal card not only documents a picturesque moment in Dieppe but also narrates the adversities and small pleasures of travel during wartime, providing a personal touch to the broader narrative of the Great War.