Bemis Heights NY New York Saratoga Battlefield Period Block House 1920s Postcard

This vintage postcard features the Period Block House located at Bemis Heights in Saratoga Battlefield, New York. The block house depicted is a historically significant site, originally part of Fort Neilson, erected in 1777 during the Revolutionary War and rebuilt in 1927 by the New York State Conservation Department using timber from the original fort. The artwork showcases a classic wooden block house with a shingled roof, set against a serene background of rolling hills and open skies, capturing the essence of this key American landmark.

Printed by C.W. Hughes & Co., Inc. in Mechanicville, NY, and produced using Curt Teich's 'Art-Colortone' process, this postcard exemplifies mid-20th-century color printing techniques known for their vibrant and durable hues. The card measures the standard 5.5 x 3.5 inches and is an original piece, making it a valuable collectible for history enthusiasts, postcard collectors, and those interested in American Revolutionary War sites. The reverse includes detailed historical information and the traditional postcard layout with a one-cent stamp box.

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