Prentbriefkaart aan Philip Zilcken before 1930

This is "Prentbriefkaart aan Philip Zilcken," a postcard created in 1920 by Rose Imel. Consider the context: World War I had just ended, leaving a world in flux. In her message, written in red ink, we can feel Imel’s presence through her intimate handwriting. While the words themselves may seem mundane—observations about a bicycle tour—the act of sending a postcard speaks volumes. It’s a gesture of connection across distance, a very human need, especially poignant in the aftermath of war. The postcard format itself democratized communication, allowing for personal messages to circulate widely. Who was Philip Zilcken to Imel? Was their correspondence a way of negotiating a world changed by conflict? The act of writing, sending, and receiving this card creates an emotional bridge. Even in its simplicity, it offers a glimpse into the personal narratives that make up the larger story of a generation.