1906 Lexington, Mass. Minute Men Monument Postcard Chisholm Bros. Posted For Sale

This captivating vintage postcard features the iconic Line of the Minute Men Monument in Lexington, Massachusetts. The monument commemorates the pivotal moment of April 19, 1775, bearing the historic inscription: \"STAND YOUR GROUND DONT FIRE UNLESS FIRED UPON BUT IF THEY MEAN TO HAVE A WAR LET IT BEGIN HERE PARKER.\" The image beautifully captures the solemn historical significance of Lexington, a cornerstone of American Revolutionary War history. The card was published by Chisholm Bros. of Portland, Maine, and is numbered N°100, indicating it was part of a specific series.Printed in Germany, this postcard showcases early 20th-century postcard production techniques. The reverse side bears a clear Springfield, Massachusetts postmark dated January 19, 1906, along with a one-cent George Washington stamp and a handwritten message addressed to Miss Celia E. Glazier in Greenwich Village, Massachusetts. This historical artifact offers a tangible connection to early American tourism and the enduring legacy of the Minute Men, making it a desirable piece for collectors of Massachusetts history, Revolutionary War memorabilia, and vintage ephemera.