WW1 French Soldier Postcard Collection – André Thibault, 23e Régiment d’Ar and a couple of British Active service soldier cards1915–1917

WW1 French Soldier Postcard Collection – André Thibault, 23e Régiment d’Ar and a couple of British Active service soldier cards1915–1917

A fascinating collection of x10 original World War One postcards and military correspondence, dating from 1915–1917, including a group sent by French soldier André Thibault of the 23e Régiment d’Artillerie, together with a small number of postcards from a British soldier serving on active duty.

This is an attractive and historically interesting archive offering a personal glimpse into the lives of soldiers serving during the Great War.

Item Details:
Item: Collection of original WW1 postcards
Period: 1915–1917
Nationality: French and British
French Correspondent: André Thibault
Unit: 23e Régiment d’Artillerie, 26e Batterie/Bataillon (as marked)
Format: Original period postcards with handwritten messages
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related wear, corner bumps, creasing, and postal handling marks consistent with age
Historical Context

The majority of the postcards originate from French artilleryman André Thibault, serving with the 23e Régiment d’Artillerie, a French artillery regiment that served throughout the First World War. French artillery units played a crucial role on the Western Front, supporting infantry operations during some of the war’s largest offensives.

The collection also includes postcards from a serving British soldier, adding further interest and providing perspectives from both sides of the Allied war effort.

Dating from 1915, 1916, and 1917, the postcards span some of the most significant years of the conflict and offer valuable insight into wartime communication, military service, and everyday life during the Great War.

Collectability
Original WW1 military correspondence
Named French soldier identified as André Thibault
Associated with a French artillery regiment
Includes examples from both French and British servicemen
Dated wartime material from 1915–1917
Strong appeal for collectors of:
WW1 militaria
Military postal history
French military history
Family and social history archives
Display & Research

Ideal for:

WW1 collections
Postal history collections
Genealogical and military research
Framing or archival preservation