Bloody Lane Antietam Battlefield Sharpsburg Maryland Centennial Postcard For Sale

The Potomac Edison included this postcard, of the service area history, to their electric bill in the 50 and 60\'s. It was necessary to cut the postcard from the bill, hence the irregular edges. This collectible vintage postcard captures the historic \"Bloody Lane\" at Antietam Battlefield in Sharpsburg, Maryland. The image depicts the iconic landscape of the Civil War battleground, featuring a winding path, a commemorative monument, and an informational sign, with rolling hills in the background. Two figures are visible, adding a sense of scale to the hallowed grounds.Produced around the time of the 1962 centennial commemoration of the Battle of Antietam, this postcard offers a glimpse into a significant moment in American history. The reverse side provides detailed historical context about the battle, often referred to as the bloodiest single day of the Civil War, and notes its connection to The Potomac Edison System. This piece is a must-have for collectors of Civil War memorabilia, Maryland historical postcards, or Antietam Battlefield ephemera.