Original German Postcard - Verdun - Ruins

Verdun – War Destruction Scene

Authentic First World War postcard depicting a devastated street scene in Verdun, France, one of the most significant battlefields of the Great War. As the Germans never set foot in the city of Verdun, the ruins most likely were located within the region of Verdun. 

The image shows:

• Ruined buildings reduced to shells

• A damaged church tower still standing

• Total urban destruction

• Handwritten “Verdun” notation on the front

The reverse identifies the publisher as:

“Verlag für allgemeines Wissen, Berlin W. 8.”

Indicating a German wartime production.

Historical Context – The Battle of Verdun

The Battle of Verdun (1916) was one of the longest and most brutal battles of World War I. Fought between French and German forces from February to December 1916, it became a symbol of endurance and total war.

Verdun suffered immense destruction. Entire districts were reduced to rubble, and the surrounding region was permanently scarred by artillery bombardment.

German-issued postcards of Verdun were produced during the war both as documentation and as morale material. Destruction imagery was often circulated to demonstrate military progress or battlefield dominance.

Verdun remains one of the most iconic names associated with the Western Front.

CONDITION

• Original period postcard (not a reproduction)

• Postally used: No

• Writing on backside: No

• Stamp present: No

• Corners: Edge wear

• Surface: Considerable marks, definite age wear

Please see photos for detailed condition.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Country: Germany

• Year: 1916-1925

• Publisher: Unknown, published in Berlin

• Type: Real photo postcard

• Dimensions: Approx. 14x9cm

• Era: First World War

SHIPPING

• Carefully packed in protective sleeve

• Combined shipping available