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Preserving the many voices of London and its visitors through their postcards. Sister account of @paintingsoflondon.bsky.social. Curated by @jamadden.bsky.social

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 8

"I have to start work again on Monday and don't feel keen on it."
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Postmark: 22 August 1908

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 15

On this day in 1992 🥵

"Too hot, too old, too many people. Shan't come south in June again."
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Postmark: 15 June 1992

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 23

"I think this is a very pretty card darling, but I want you to notice where it is dear. You will know what I mean. I thought I had better not send Mum this card."
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Postmark: 25 March 1917

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 15

"Just a few lines to let you know I am on draft at last. We are going to Aldershot tomorrow and then on to Serbia."
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Postmark: 8 September 1916

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 15

On this day in 1992 🥵

"Too hot, too old, too many people. Shan't come south in June again."
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Postmark: 15 June 1992

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 13

"Have not got the sack yet, so am living in hopes of lasting the week out."
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Postmark: 4 May 1915

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 13

"I am still here till something better turns up which I hope will not be long."
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Postmark: 24 May 1906

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 12

"It is raining like old boots here. I wish I was home with you dear. I feel so lonely."
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Postmark: 29 October 1905

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 9

"I'm listening to the Royal Scots Band in Hyde Park. Lots of nice girls all around. But not interested."
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Postmark: 19 July 1937

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 8

"I have to start work again on Monday and don't feel keen on it."
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Postmark: 22 August 1908

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 8

"Think of us today eating our potatoes also tomorrow eating Boiled Beef and Cabbage."
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Postmark: 8 August 1906

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jun 7

"You might burn that photo of me you have. I will send another one day. That one makes me ill to look at it."
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Postmark: 20 January 1907

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Jan 11

"Am having a very nice time - have kept my promise."
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Postmark: 2 November 1906

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Dec 31

"All good wishes for Health, Happiness and Good Luck in coming New Year. May peace be with us."
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Postmark: 30 November 1914

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Dec 24

"Not that it is according to custom but from a sincere desire, I wish you both a Happy Christmas and prosperity for the New Year."
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Postmark: 24 December 1909

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Dec 23

On this day in 1942 🎄

"Wishing you all a Happy Xmas and that 1943 will bring peace to the world and the return of your loved ones."
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Postmark: 23 December 1942

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Nov 26

"I can't wait to get home. London is so materialistic."
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Postmark: 30 May 1995

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Nov 25

Hi. Stop stealing content from @womensartbluesky.bsky.social

Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Nov 25

"Don't forget to be in Chancery Lane at 6 o'clock on Monday evening. I will wait for you."
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Postmark: 21 April 1912

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Nov 24

"I have to start work again on Monday and don't feel keen on it."
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Postmark: 22 August 1908

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Nov 23

"Think of us today eating our potatoes also tomorrow eating Boiled Beef and Cabbage."
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Postmark: 8 August 1906

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Nov 22

"I am writing this slowly because I know you can't read fast."
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Postmark: 18 July 1972

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Nov 21

"I will write to you again in a few days but cannot just now as I am busy making jam."
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Postmark: 19 September 1904

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Nov 21

"Have not got the sack yet, so am living in hopes of lasting the week out."
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Postmark: 4 May 1915

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Nov 20

"Here I am for the second time in England, tolerating the English with all their weird habits and their stupid language."

[Translated from original Italian]
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Postmark: 27 July 1983

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Postcards of London @postcardslondon.bsky.social · Nov 20

Hello! 🥳