1929 Antarctic Expedition Postcard Sent by C. E. Lofgren, Secy to Richard Byrd

Description

This authentic postcard, sent to a relative in 1929, was written by C. E. Lofgren who accompanied Richard Byrd to Antarctica. On it, he wrote “Best wishes from Antarctica” and signed it “C. E. Lofgren, Secy to Comdr Byrd.”
The cancellation date is February 1, 1929, and it is stamped “Byrd Antarctic Expedition.”
It has been kept in a scrapbook, protected for decades. The face of the postcard is slightly faded but otherwise in good condition. The reverse side has damage at one end (see photo). The postcard measures 6.5”
x 3.5.”