Vintage Lion Hunter's Lookout Roosevelt Tour Postcard 1909 Arthur Capper
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This vintage postcard titled "Lion Hunter's Lookout" depicts a unique hunting platform erected in the branches of a tree, complete with a roof and ladder. The lookout was used for lion hunting in African forests and ... Read More
This vintage postcard titled "Lion Hunter's Lookout" depicts a unique hunting platform erected in the branches of a tree, complete with a roof and ladder. The lookout was used for lion hunting in African forests and jungles, with a kid or calf tethered below as bait. This method was famously employed by Colonel Theodore Roosevelt and his party, highlighting a fascinating historical hunting practice. The image captures the lookout at sunset, lending a rare glimpse into early 20th-century safari culture.Published in 1909 by Arthur Capper of Topeka, Kansas, this postcard is part of the "Roosevelt Tour" series. The card is a standard paper postcard measuring approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches. The back includes detailed descriptive text and period postage instructions, adding to its collectible appeal. This original postcard is a valuable piece for collectors interested in vintage wildlife, historical hunting, or Roosevelt memorabilia.
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