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Antique embossed postcard depicting an American soldier in dress uniform taking leave of his weeping sweetheart and pointing toward the American flag flying above a fort with cavalry in the background. Printed poem reads: "As a lover he bade farewell to his sweetheart For the sake of the red, white and blue And went forth to take his part When the proper time was due." • Type: Embossed color printed postcard • Era: Divided Back (c. 1908) • Dimensions: Standard vintage size (~3.5" x 5.5") • Postmark: October 23, 1908 (1¢ Franklin stamp) • Origin: Made in Germany • Condition: Very Good (VG) vintage condition with light edge and corner wear consistent with age. Item will be packaged securely and shipped fast.