Although postmarked London, it was written at the Suez Canal and dated 2 June 1982. It was one of those sent to my father by someone in the Merchant navy.
Luxor - Statue of Phrao [sic] Pinutem and his wife.
I have seen photos of this statue variously ascribed to Ramses II, Ramses IV and Ramses VI. All that seems to be clear is that it is a pharoah and his wife. Hmm, I wonder which was which.
The message on the card reads:
We are on our way back to the USA with a cargo of coffee and empty containers. No chance of going to the Falklands yet. Weather nice.
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I'm really excited as hubby and I are off to Luxor in March. If I find this I'll let you know about current thinking there.
ReplyDeleteSheila where did your dad get all of his postcards? This is a wonderful collection I have seen since I discovered your blog. Hope your having a good weekend.
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I've been to Luxor in Las Vegas. haha.
ReplyDeleteOh a card from Egypt... how I miss that country! :-(
ReplyDeleteWhy do I like this so very much? :)
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