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Comic birthday postcard, Two children in sailor suits Date: 20th century
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Comic birthday postcard, Two children in sailor suits Date: 20th century
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Birthday Donald Dreadnought Hoop Mcgill Running Sailor Stick Suits
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A delightful blast from the past with this charming 20th-century comic postcard featuring two mischievous children donning sailor suits, reminiscent of the iconic British naval uniform. The playful scene unfolds as the younger child, with a cheeky grin, chases after his older brother, both of them in high spirits. Their sailor suits, complete with white collars and red bow ties, add an extra touch of whimsy to their antics. In the background, a majestic Dreadnought-class battleship looms, a nod to the grand naval tradition that these young sailors-in-training might one day join. The addition of a pair of excited dogs in the scene, one in hot pursuit of the children with a hoop and stick, only adds to the fun and excitement. This humorous postcard is a perfect reminder of the joy and innocence of childhood, and is sure to bring a smile to the face of any birthday boy or girl. This quintessentially British comic postcard, with its delightful illustration and lighthearted humor, is a true treasure from the 20th century. The children's jubilant expressions and the energetic dogs in sailor suits and uniforms make for a scene that is as timeless as it is endearing.
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