Antique WWI Era Stereoview Lot – Keystone View Co. – Underwood ~ Box, Very Good

Antique WWI Stereoview Lot – Keystone View Company – 32 War & History Scenes in Original Box

Here we have a beautiful collection of 32 original World War I Era stereoview cards published by the Keystone View Company, copyright by Underwood & Underwood. Most of the photos detail World War One, but there are few that focus more on buildings, monuments, and people.

The set captures both battlefield scenes and cultural/historic landmarks, including:

• • Combat imagery: French storming Hill 1917, trench warfare, gas mask drills at Camp Dix NJ, devastated No Man’s Land

  • Medical scenes: Ghastly wounded at Antwerp hospital

  • Military life: Field parades, artillery units, troop formations

  • International landmarks: Altar of Matthias Cathedral, classical ruins, and bridges in Italy and the Balkans

  • Postwar aftermath: War-torn cities, cemeteries, and recovery efforts

• Educational Texts:
  Each card has detailed printed commentary on the reverse, explaining the context, historical background, and political implications.

• Keystone Serial Numbers & Captions Visible:
  Cards include official numbered captions such as:

  • V19223 – Soldiers About to Enter Tear-Gas Trench, Camp Dix, N.J.

  • V18917 – The Horror of War – Ghastly Glimpse of Belgian Wounded, Antwerp Hospital

  • 16741 – French Storming Hill, North Dame Region

*Condition*
Overall very good antique condition. Light edge wear, and typical age toning. Most images retain strong contrast and sharp detail. Please note that the cards were intentionally manufactured with a distinct curvature for easier manufacturer stacking, and is not indicative of poor condition. Please closely inspect photos.