A vintage linen postcard featuring a scenic view of the U.S. Naval Training Station with ships and a drill field at the wharf in Newport, Rhode Island, capturing the military vessels, waterfront, and activity during the 1934 era.
Era: Linen (1930s c. 1934)
City: Newport
State: Rhode Island
Country: United States of America
Topics: Naval Stations, Military, Ships, Waterfronts, Drill Fields, Tourism
Condition: Uncirculated
Address Side: Divided Back
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Publisher: H. B. Settle, Newport RI
Printer: Curt Teich and Co.
Print Type: Lithograph, Linen (C.T. Art-Colortone)
The U.S. Naval Training Station in Newport, Rhode Island, was a vital military installation during the mid-20th century, serving as a primary training ground for naval recruits. Curt Teich and Co. of Chicago produced high-quality, vibrant linen-finish postcards utilizing their signature color lithography processes to showcase historic naval bases, maritime scenes, and landmarks across the United States.
