Antique Postcard 1910 Motorcycle Post Night Congressional Library Washington DC
Social History: Motorized transport was still a thrilling novelty in 1910. The writer explicitly details a day trip from Washington, D.C., to Virginia on a motorcycle, capturing a very early first-person record of American motorcycle touring culture. Sent to Miss May Altland, W. Phila. St., York, PA:
"Am having an enjoyable time. One of the boys took me to Virginia on his Motorcycle on Monday, it was great. Will write you later. E. H."
Scene: Night view of the Congressional Library in Washington, D.C. with the moon peaking out of the clouds.
Postal: Features a wavy-line killer bar pattern housing a large, bold "STATION B" designation, representing a specific district post office branch inside Washington, D.C
Size: Standard 3.5 x 5.5"
Era: Divided Back Era (1907–1915)
Condition: Edge wear and paper toning
This is an authentic vintage item. Use the zoom tool to inspect the photos for a detailed view of the condition.