1906 Ruins of Stanford University Library California

Postmarked in 1906, this undivided back postcard captures a haunting view of the ruins of the Stanford University Library in California, following the devastating earthquake of April 18 that same year. The quake, which nearly leveled parts of San Francisco and surrounding areas, also took a heavy toll on the young Stanford campus. The library, once a proud symbol of the university's academic promise, stood shattered—its broken walls a stark reminder of nature’s power and the resilience of human ambition.

This postcard would look great framed, make a wonderful hostess gift, or make an excellent addition to any collection.

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