1911 Norfolk & Washington Steamboat Co Claim Notice Postal Card - Washington DC - General Claim Agent - Fortress Monroe Virginia - Captain Lewis Turtle - One Cent McKinley Square Black Scott UX19 - Duplex Postal Cancel October 2 - Postcard

Antique Original 1911 Norfolk & Washington Steamboat Co Claim Notice Postal Card - Washington DC - General Claim Agent - Fortress Monroe Virginia - Captain Lewis Turtle  - One Cent McKinley Square Black Scott UX19 - Duplex Postal Cancel October 2 - Postcard

The Norfolk & Washington Steamboat Company Was A Prominent Transportation Service That Operated Steamboats Primarily Between Washington, D.C., And Norfolk, Virginia, During The 19th And Early 20th Centuries. 

This Company Played A Crucial Role In Connecting These Two Cities Via Water Transportation, Which Was Vital Before The Widespread Adoption Of Railways And Highways.

Fortress Monroe, Nestled In Hampton, Virginia, Stands As A Testament To American History And Resilience. 

This Imposing Stone Fort, Constructed Between 1819 And 1834, Commands Attention As The Largest Of Its Kind Ever Built In The United States. 

Throughout Its Storied Past, Fortress Monroe Has Played Pivotal Roles: From Safeguarding Early Colonial Settlements To Serving As A Union Bastion During The American Civil War. 

Its Strategic Significance Extended Beyond Military Defense; Here, General Benjamin Butler's Contraband Decision In 1861 Reshaped The Course Of Emancipation, Marking A Milestone In The Fight Against Slavery. 

Today, As A Designated National Monument Since 2011, Fortress Monroe Invites Visitors To Explore Its Well-Preserved Grounds And Delve Into Its Rich Historical Narratives, Ensuring That Its Legacy Endures As A Beacon Of America's Enduring Spirit And Commitment To Freedom.

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Measures Approx. 5-1/2" Wide by 3-1/4" Tall

In Good Antique Condition - Some Staining / Paper Toning Due To Age, Pencil Writing On Both Obverse And Reverse And History-Collectors Watermarked That Is Not On The Postal Card

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