Condolence Thank You Card from Prince Louis Ferdinand of Prussia for His Father Crown Prince Wilhelm of Prussia

This unique historical artifact is a condolence thank you card from Prinz Louis Ferdinand of Prussia, expressing his gratitude for the sympathies extended upon the death of his father, Kronprinz Wilhelm of Prussia. The card, dated July 1951, is a heartfelt token from a significant figure in German royalty, marking a poignant moment in the royal family's history.

Details:

• Card Dimensions: 4 1/8″ x 5 3/4″
• Color: Creme with black border
• Message: A printed expression of gratitude for the kind wishes
• Signature: Boldly signed in black ink by Louis Ferdinand
• Envelope: Original mailing envelope, addressed to “Rittmeister a. D. Adolf von Lauff” in Köln/Rhein, bordered in black and black inside, indicating it was likely hand-delivered rather than mailed

Historical Context:

Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994) was the second son of Kronprinz Wilhelm and Kronprinzessin Cecilie. After the death of his brother, Prinz Wilhelm, during WWII, Louis Ferdinand became the eldest surviving son and eventually the Pretender to the German throne following his father’s death in 1951. This card is a tangible piece of the history surrounding the German monarchy's transition in the mid-20th century.

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