Greetings telegram, happy birthday
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Greetings telegram, happy birthday
Greetings telegram with a patriotic design, happy birthday. Date: 1942
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Media ID 14266382
© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
1942 Communication Daffodil Handwriting Handwritten Kentish Message Office Shamrock Symbolic Symbolism Telegram Thistle
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases a vintage telegram from the 1940s, wishing a happy birthday to someone special with a patriotic and floral design. The telegram, sent through the General Post Office (GPO) communication network, carries the regal greeting "Greetings" from King George VI, symbolizing the monarch's connection to the people and their well-wishes. The telegram's design features the British monarch's crown, surrounded by the national symbols of England, Scotland, and Ireland - the rose, thistle, and shamrock, respectively. The handwritten message adds a personal touch, making this telegram a cherished keepsake from the past. The image transports us back to the 1940s, a time of resilience and unity, as people relied on the postal service to connect with their loved ones despite the challenges of war. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the power of communication and the enduring symbolism of the monarchy and national flowers in expressing warmth and goodwill.
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