Vintage 1911 Tsavo Bridge Kenya Uganda Railway Postcard
$5.25
This rare vintage postcard features the Tsavo Bridge, a significant landmark on the Uganda Railway crossing the Tsavo River in Kenya. The image showcases the bridge's sturdy stone piers and long wooden trestle desig ... Read More
This rare vintage postcard features the Tsavo Bridge, a significant landmark on the Uganda Railway crossing the Tsavo River in Kenya. The image showcases the bridge's sturdy stone piers and long wooden trestle design, set amidst a jungle landscape with palm trees and sparse vegetation. The postcard is from the early 20th century, circa 1911, capturing a fascinating era when the railway construction faced challenges from local wildlife, notably lions, as detailed in the printed historical description on the card.Published by Arthur Capper, Topeka, Kansas, and part of the Roosevelt Tour series copyrighted in 1909, this postcard offers a glimpse into the adventurous and perilous construction period of the East African railway. The card measures approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches, a standard postcard size, printed on paper with a slightly textured linen-like finish typical of postcards of that era. The handwritten message and a 1-cent U.S. postage stamp postmarked in 1911 add authentic historical collectible value, making this a compelling piece for collectors interested in early African railway history and vintage postcards.
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