Description: This vintage postcard captures a bustling scene of workers unloading bananas in New Orleans, Louisiana, highlighting the city's prominence as the world's greatest banana port. The front of the card features a colorful and detailed illustration of workers handling banana bunches from conveyor belts to refrigerated train cars. Key Features:Theme: Unloading Bananas at the New Orleans Banana WharfPublisher: New Orleans News Co., New Orleans, LAMade by: E.C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, WIPostcard Number: 23213NEra: Early 20th CenturyCondition: Excellent vintage condition, unused with no writing on the back Back Description: The back of the postcard provides a fascinating historical context: "At New Orleans, the world’s greatest banana port, more than 700 ships arrive each year loaded, each with 25,000 to 50,000 bunches of this popular fruit. At the banana wharves, the individual bunches are carried from the hold of the ship to the door of the refrigerator car on mechanical conveyors." Additional Information:Dimensions: Standard postcard sizePostage: Unused, with a designated space for placing a stamp This postcard is a fantastic addition to any collection, offering a glimpse into the rich history of New Orleans and its pivotal role in the banana trade. Perfect for collectors of vintage postcards, historical memorabilia, or those with an interest in New Orleans history.
Price: 2.84 USD
Location: Mill Spring, North Carolina
End Time: 2024-09-23T11:08:38.000Z
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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
Continent: North America
Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)
Region: Louisiana
Country: United States
Theme: Cities & Towns, Occupational
City: New Orleans
Postage Condition: Unposted
Brand/Publisher: EC Kropp
