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WW2 birthday card, dog and cats
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WW2 birthday card, dog and cats
WW2 pop-up birthday card, may Good Luck spot you! A spotted dog and two black cats watch the sky with binoculars, as fire watchers and aircraft spotters. Date: circa 1942
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Anthropomorphism Binoculars Birthday Cats Correspondence Ephemera Good Helmets Luck Observation Observer Observers Spot Spotted Spotter Spotters Spotty Watch Watcher Watchers Watching
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Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of World War II, a heartwarming moment of respite is captured in this charming pop-up birthday card. Circa 1942, the card features an anthropomorphic scene of a spotted dog and two black cats, donning tin helmets and peering intently into binoculars, as they watch the sky with keen interest. The dogs and cats, acting as dedicated fire watchers and aircraft spotters, embody the spirit of unity and determination during wartime. The whimsical design, with its comic and humorous touch, adds a lighthearted element to the seriousness of the era. The card's message, "May Good Luck spot you!", serves as a reminder of the hope and optimism that persisted even in the most challenging of times. This ephemeral piece of correspondence from the 1940s is a testament to the enduring power of art and creativity, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the human spirit that prevailed during the 2nd World War.
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