My cousin in Florida did not know who this solder was. (see previous post REFLECTIONS: This Postcard Found with My Old Family Papers). She asked around but no one knew.
It has something to do with my father because his handwriting is on the back. I can guess at a few words like "second, cavalry, Piedmont, royal, Roma" but I could be wrong.
The "A" in my father's signature is definitely his.
It has a fancy swirly look with a sort of square top.
I always liked the way he did that.
I looked on the web but could not anything like it!
I wonder what style it could be.
I have other items I'll look into and also send a copy of those to my cousin to see if she might be able to help. I'll keep you posted.
Oh how I hope you learn something about him.
ReplyDeleteThat's an odd looking helmet. I did a google image search and found it matches Savoy Cavalry 1913
ReplyDeleteRecall that photo you posted before and hand writing is nice, hope you find out about it.
ReplyDeleteWell, the mystery continues! At least your cousin was able to rule out that the soldier was your father, despite his handwriting being on the back. Must have been a friend or schoolmate perhaps of your father.
ReplyDeleteSince it is a postcard, maybe it's not anyone your father knew; perhaps he just wanted a picture of this type of uniform.
ReplyDeleteSuch a mystery! If only the photos could speak.
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