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French Military Postal Franchise Postcard
France · 1915 · Free postage
A pre-printed French military postcard featuring 'REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE' and 'FRANCHISE POSTALE MILITAIRE' text, indicating free postage for military personnel. The design includes designated areas for sender and recipient information.
These military postal franchise cards were vital during periods of conflict, particularly World War I, allowing French soldiers to send mail home free of charge. They played a significant role in maintaining troop morale and family connections during wartime.
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Image: <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Renhour48" title="User:Renhour48">René Hourdry (document original et scan perso)</a> · License: CC BY-SA 4.0
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