WWI French Military Envelope - "Hopital Militaire de la croix de Berny"
WWI French Military Envelope - "Hopital Militaire de la croix de Berny"
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WWI French Military Envelope - "Hopital Militaire de la croix de Berny"
WWI French Military Envelope - "Hopital Militaire de la croix de Berny"

WWI French Military Envelope - "Hopital Militaire de la croix de Berny"

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An original World War I French military envelope, used for official correspondence.

Description

Addressed to: "S.M Monsieur le Président du conseil d'administration du 64 Régiment d'infanterie à Ancenis Loire Inférieure" ("To His Excellency, the President of the Administrative Council of the 64th Infantry Regiment in Ancenis, Loire-Inférieure").

Postmark: from "1735 24-11 15 Seine", indicating it was processed on November 24, 1915, in the Seine department.

Sender: "Hôpital Militaire de la croix de Berny Complémentaire V 6 9", suggesting it was sent from the supplementary military hospital at the Croix de Berny, possibly related to administrative matters or updates about soldiers under care.

This envelope is a testament to the administrative logistics of WWI, particularly related to the medical services for the French army. Communication between hospitals and regimental administrative councils would have been vital for managing personnel, health records, and possibly the return or reassignment of soldiers.

Condition: Given its age and historical journey, the envelope exhibits signs of wear such as fading, creases, or minor tears. The condition reflects its passage through wartime postal systems.

Historical Significance: A key artifact for collectors of WWI memorabilia, particularly those interested in French military logistics, medical services, or postal history. It provides insight into the bureaucratic side of the war effort. Offers a look into the organizational aspects of military hospitals, the care of wounded soldiers, and the communication necessary to manage such operations during wartime.

Note: This WWI envelope is not merely a piece of postal history but a fragment of the vast administrative network that supported the French military during one of the most significant conflicts in history. It's a tangible connection to the past, highlighting the logistical backbone that kept the war machine running.

Product Details

Conflict
WW I (1914-1918)
Country of Origin
France
Original
Yes
Dimension
5.5"L x 3.5"W
WWI2000042

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