Skopje / Macedonia: Kale Fortress Üsküb WWI German Soldier Estate Balkan Front (Vintage RPPC 1915)

antique sepia toned silver gelatin print postcard showing the ruins of the kale fortress in skopje macedonia historically referenced under the name ueskueb

this authentic photograph originates from the estate lot of a german soldier serving on the balkan front during the first world war the front side captures the ancient stone walls of the fortress in the foreground with the historic old town and mosque minarets in the background

there is a distinct contemporary handwritten notation on the left edge reading ueskueb 1915

the back of the card is unposted with a light pencil note reading skopje mac the card is in good vintage condition with minor edge wear typical for its age please refer to the scans for exact condition details excellent historical artifact for collectors of early photography world war i militaria and balkan history

size: ~ 9 x 14 cm (1 cm ~ 0.39 inch)

condition: very good...please also refer to scans which show complete front and backside of photo

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