Description: Carl Miles Monument and the Rocks Fort Christiana State Park Delaware Postcard It was here at The Rocks, in 1638, along the banks of the Christina River over 380 years ago, that the first Swedish and Finnish American settlers aboard the Kalmar Nyckel and the Fogel Grip landed. The monument was a gift of the people of Sweden to the people of the United States and depicts the Swedish colonial vessel, Kalmar Nyckel, surmounting a column of Swedish black granite. It was crafted in 1938 by renowned Swedish-American sculptor Carl Milles, containing several bas relief's that provide insight into the unique history surrounding the Fort. President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicated the park and the monument in a ceremony on June 27, 1938. A crowd of 20,000 attended the opening, despite heavy rains, and distinguished guests included U.S. Secretary of State Cordell Hull, Swedish Crown Princess Louise, Swedish Royal Prince Gustaf Bertil, as well as a large delegation from Finland. Please review the photos carefully for condition and detail. Normal wear associated with an old postcard have creases, corner bumps, scratches, ink on the front etc.
Price: 2.99 USD
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
End Time: 2025-01-07T23:57:50.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0.97 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Unit
Number of Items in Set: 1
Occasion: Thinking of You
Signed: No
Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)
Material: Cardboard
City: Wilmington
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Brand/Publisher: Delmar Merchandise Sales Co.
Subject: Monument
Type: Printed (Lithograph)
Continent: North America
Era: Photochrome (1939-Now)
State: Delaware
Theme: Cities & Towns, Architecture, Art, Events, National Parks
Region: Delaware
Country: USA
Features: Chrome
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Postage Condition: Unposted
