1940 Joyce Kilmer Tribute "Trees"

This moving vintage postcard honors poet Joyce Kilmer, best remembered for his timeless work “Trees,” first published in 1913. The front features a thoughtful collage of tree imagery—a tribute to nature’s quiet majesty—accompanied by the full poem. 

Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, on December 6, 1886, Kilmer’s deep reverence for both God and the natural world is captured in these simple yet profound verses. He served with courage in World War I and was tragically killed in action in France on June 30, 1918. In his memory, the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest in western North Carolina stands as a living monument, preserved by the U.S. Forest Service as part of the Southern Region.

This postcard commemorates a gifted American poet and reminds us of the enduring beauty of creation. This would look great framed or make an excellent addition to any collection.

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