Aberdeen, MD: Greetings from Ordnance Training CenterThis cheerful "Greetings from" postcard sends warm regards from the Ordnance Training Center at Aberdeen, Maryland, a small town in Harford County along the upper Chesapeake Bay. The card dates from roughly 1930 to 1945, the era when nearby Aberdeen Proving Ground, established by the U. S. Army in 1917, made the community a hub of military training and testing. It comes from the golden age of American "linen" postcards, those textured, brightly inked

Long a hub of commerce and shipping along the Wicomico River

this image not only documents a physical location but also serves as a reminder of the state’s rich colonial heritage

Florida was created in 1885 and published by Norris

This specific photograph is a testament to the artistic and cultural heritage of Baltimore

The historical relevance of the site is underscored by its lasting presence and the craftsmanship evident in its design

It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the architectural history of Orleans Parish and the broader context of American design

It stands as a visual record of a significant chapter in American history

This image serves as an important visual record

elegant sidelights

showcasing unique architectural elements such as dormers that reflect the design aesthetics of the time

part of the collection at the Library of Congress

archival paper using a restored map of Ipswich