Name/Title
Key West, Fla. U.S. BarracksEntry/Object ID
2016.22.0812Description
Postcard depicting the U.S. Army barracks and Parade Grounds on the present-day site of Peary Court. The caption reads, 'Key West, Fla. U.S. Barracks.' Notation on verso, 'The U.S. Barracks are located in the eastern quarter of the city, on the shore line. The Guard House was the first building erected in 1832. The Headquarters were built the same year, and the other structures have been put up since; they are of wood with concrete and brick foundations, costing about $250,000.'Subject Person/Organization
United States ArmySubject Place
City
Key WestState/Province
FloridaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaCounty
MonroeCollection
Postcard CollectionLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
PostcardNomenclature Sub-Class
Writing MediaNomenclature Class
Written Communication T&ENomenclature Category
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for CommunicationPostcard Details
Postcard Type
Undivided Back (1901-1907)Place Published
City
Key WestState/Province
FloridaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaCounty
MonroeDate Published
circa 1900 - circa 1910Place Printed
Country
GermanyRegion
Central EuropeContinent
EuropeDimensions
Height
3-1/2 inWidth
5-1/2 inCondition
Reason for Exam
At AcquisitionCondition
Grade 4 Good