PopKulture's photos with the keyword: letter

Large letter linen postcard from Columbus, Ohio.

Greetings from the Land of the Sky! That's North Carolina, for most of us west of the Smokies!

Large letter linen postcard from the tropical Silver Springs, Florida - home to the fabled glass bottom boats.

Large letter postcard greetings from Indian Country in the American Southwest!

This eerily prophetic letter was written and sent by my Uncle 'Mugs' from Wheeler Field to the folks back home in Chicago. It is dated November 30, 1941, and carries the following passage: "I'm writing this at the time when we are waiting to see just what Japan is going to do in regards to our ultimatum in the Pacific. By the time this letter reaches you, she will have taken steps one way or the other and history will be made." His speculations were not in error. A week after the letter was sent, Japan attacked US installations on O'ahu on December 7th, 1941 - the famous "date which will live in infamy." Thus echoes the poignant phrase: "and history will be made." As an historical note, Wheeler Army Airfield was the first actual site attacked in the overall assault known more generally as Pearl Harbor. The Japanese had targeted Wheeler to prevent the many aircrafts there from taking off and engaging them in combat.

In this fascinating letter from the Tucker Corporation to shareholders, founder Preston Tucker demands a turnabout investigation into the "real powers behind repeated investigations" of his fledgling auto company. If you haven't seen the movie Tucker starring Jeff Bridges and a supporting cast of amazing automobiles, I'd recommend it. It's just one of many David Vs. Goliath tales through the ages, but definitely worth a look. Circa 1949-1950.