Antique Postcard RPPC Men Overalls Bandolier Ammo Belt Gun Labor Strike Mining
This antique portrait captures three working-class men from the early 20th century. The central figure uniquely sports a loaded ammunition bandolier belt draped across his shoulder while leaning on a long rifle or tool barrel.
This imagery is highly indicative of coal mining strikes (such as the West Virginia Mine Wars or the Colorado coal strikes), railroad enforcement, or localized industrial guard forces during a period when workers armed themselves to defend their livelihoods or properties. It stands as a raw record of American working-class identity and militancy.
The reverse side features a rare and highly distinct "C.A. Co." stamp box logo stylized inside an ornate crescent curl arrangement. This specific manufacturer imprint belongs to the Chicago Albumen Company and provides historical context that anchors this item as a premium artifact of early 1900s American photography.
Size: Standard 3.5 x 5.5"
Era: Real Photo Postcard Era (Estimated c. 1900–1920)
Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC)
Condition: Natural wear consistent with its 100+ year age
This is an authentic vintage item. Use the zoom tool to inspect the photos for a detailed view of the condition.