Wednesday 20 June 2012

California - Cabrillo National Monument

In 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo stepped into history as the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. In addition to telling the story of 16th century exploration, the park is home to a wealth of cultural and natural resources. Nice stamps used. Thanks to Erin of USA.


Thursday 14 June 2012

Arizona - Wupatki National Monument

Less than 800 years ago, Wupatki Pueblo was the largest pueblo around. It flourished for a time as a meeting place of different cultures. Yet this was one of the warmest and driest places on the Colorado Plateau, offering little obvious food, water, or comfort. Thanks to Debbie of USA.

New York City at Night

An older postcard of New York City at night with World Trade Center. 3 nice stamps used. Thanks to Ron of USA.


Monday 23 April 2012

Virginia - Fredericksburg Battlefield

Fredericksburg Battlefield on December 13, 1862 when General Ambrose attacked General Robert E Lee in the American Civil War. Thanks to Donna of USA.


Thursday 12 April 2012

Russia - Urals FD - Yanao, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug

Nature of Yanao in Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug, Urals Federal District, Russia. Thanks to Anna of Russia.


Wednesday 11 April 2012

Barack Obama - President of United States

Postcard 1
Barack Obama with White House and American Stars Spangled flag. Stamps used include President George Washington - America's first President Thanks to Jean-Pierre of France.





Postcard 2
Nice commemorative postcard of Barack Hussein Obama Presidential Inauguration 2009. Sent inside an envelope from Wayne of New Jersey, USA. Thanks.

Thursday 29 March 2012