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Using sand bags to save a bridge in East Bridgewater Massachusetts, Jan. 19, 1912. Vintage postcard shown in the photos. Includes front and back images for condition, corners, edges, writing, postmark, and any age toning.
Original vintage real photo postcard depicting residentsusing sandbags to save Brown’s Bridge in East Bridgewater, Massachusettsduring a flooding event onJuly 10, 1921.
The photograph captures local citizens working together to reinforce the bridge while floodwaters surround the structure. The image includes identifying text directly on the photograph, providing excellent historical context and making this an appealing piece of Massachusetts local history.
A desirable postcard for collectors of:
- Massachusetts history
- East Bridgewater memorabilia
- Flood and disaster history
- Transportation and bridge history
- Real Photo Postcards (RPPCs)
- New England ephemera
