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Boulevard at Arverne, Rockaway Beach, L.I.
"I. Stern [Ignatz Stern], New York. Made in Germany."--printed on verso.
http://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/570db550-c55b-012f-9f96-58d385a7bc34
#Arverne #RockawayBeach #IStern #NewYork #Germany #BoulevardatArverne #Queens(NewYork,NY)

The image depicts a vintage postcard showing "Boulevard at Arverne, Rockaway Beach, L. I." It captures an early 20th-century scene with large buildings lining the street. The prominent structure on the left appears to be a public or municipal building, possibly used for administrative purposes given its formal architecture and grand entrance featuring steps leading up to double doors under a portico. To the right of this building is another substantial edifice that might serve similar civic functions but lacks the detailed neoclassical design elements.

The street itself seems quiet with only a few individuals visible; one person appears seated in a carriage, hinting at an era before modern transportation dominated city life. A horse-drawn buggy and what looks like early automobiles suggest this postcard dates from around 1908 to the mid-20th century when such vehicles were common.

In the background stands another grand building with steeply pitched gables and a central tower, adding architectural variety to the scene. Trees are interspersed along the road, some in front of houses that have yet to be identified as residences or commercial properties from this angle. The sky is clear blue, indicating fair weather at the time the photo was taken.

The overall impression conveyed by the image is one of a peaceful suburban community with an emphasis on civic buildings and early 20th-century transportation methods.

LES ARVERNIALES 2024, XIXe ARCHÉOFÊTE GAULOISE

Les Gaulois (et les Romains) sont de retour !
20 et 21 juillet, au Complexe sportif de La Roche Blanche

Un nouveau site au pied du plateau de Gergovie avec toujours la même volonté de l’association de partager, avec les petits et les plus grands, la vie quotidienne de celleux qui vivaient sur notre territoire il y a plus de 2000 ans.

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#Gaulois #Celte #Arverne #Histoire #Antiquité #Protohistoire #Archéologie #Gergovie #Auvergne #reconstitution

Affiche des 19ème Arverniales, montrant une troupe de gaulois.
les éléments d'informations sont repris dans le toot

Boulevard at Arverne, Rockaway Beach, L.I.
"I. Stern [Ignatz Stern], New York. Made in Germany."--printed on verso.
http://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/570db550-c55b-012f-9f96-58d385a7bc34
#Arverne #Rockawaybeach #Istern #Newyork #Germany #Bridgeport #Bowers #Connecticut #Bridgeportst #Americana #Queens(newyork,ny)

The image is a postcard depicting a historical cityscape. In the foreground, there's a prominent brick building with a white steeple and a clock face, suggesting it could be a train station or a courthouse. Adjacent to this building, there's another structure that seems to serve as a fire department or a similar function, given its design. The architecture of these buildings indicates they are from an earlier era.

In the background, there's a tree-lined street with a sign indicating "Bridgeport St." and a name "Bowers" at the top of the image, suggesting this is a street corner in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The road has a dirt surface, which adds to the historical feel of the scene.

The sky is clear, and there's a small amount of vegetation on the right side of the image, indicating some greenery at the end of the street. In the upper left corner of the image, you can see a watermark or signature that says "Bridgeport St." in script font, which corresponds to the name on the street sign.

Overall, the image is a representation of small-town Americana, capturing a moment from the past with an air of nostalgia.

Fête de Beltaine chez les Ambiani

Répondant à l’invitation du chef Lugulcos, une délégation #Arverne a participé aux festivités de #Beltaine organisées chez les #Ambiani, dans et par le parc de Samara.

Beltaine est une des grandes fêtes du calendrier #gaulois, elle marque l’entrée dans la saison claire, et le début des travaux agraires.

Tous les détails avec l’album photo, sur notre site arverniales.org

#Celte #Histoire #Antiquité #Archéologie

#Arverne

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