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Callsign postcard for Puerto Rico, North Atlantic Ocean
Callsign postcard KP4BC for LM Rundlett in San Juan, Puerto Rico, North Atlantic Ocean, with handwritten details filled in, dated 17 November 1947. It was posted to radio ham callsign G4JZ, based at Christ Church Vicarage, Cheltenham Spa, Gloucestershire, England. Date: 1947
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1. Title: "A 1940s Callsign Postcard from Puerto Rico: KP4BC for LM Rundlett" This vintage postcard, dated 17th November 1947, features the callsign KP4BC for LM Rundlett, addressed to G4JZ in Cheltenham Spa, Gloucestershire, England. The postcard was sent from San Juan, Puerto Rico, located in the North Atlantic Ocean. The image on the postcard showcases the beautiful turquoise waters of the North Atlantic Ocean surrounding the picturesque island of Puerto Rico. The postcard's red letters and handwritten details add to its charm, transporting us back to the 1940s. The era of the 40s was marked by significant advancements in communication technologies, and this postcard is a testament to the importance of long-distance communication during that time. The callsign KP4BC was likely used by amateur radio operators in Puerto Rico, allowing them to communicate with their counterparts around the world, including G4JZ in England. The postcard's handwritten details, penned by LM Rundlett, include the address and the date, 17th November 1947. The postcard's age and the use of handwriting add to its historical value, making it a fascinating piece of communication history. This postcard is a reminder of the rich history of communication technologies and the connections they facilitated, even in the most remote corners of the world. The image of the North Atlantic Ocean and the use of callsigns transport us back to a time when long-distance communication was a marvel of technology.
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