Ossuary of Douaumont — Tomb Cell — Architects Leon Azema and Jacques Hardy

Description

Black and white illustration of an underground corridor in the Douaumont ossuary, with stone tombs and inscriptions. The printed text explains that the tombs of the 52 sectors of the Verdun defense are paired together, symbolizing the camaraderie of soldiers. Names can be engraved on stones for 500 francs for families or military groups, 200 francs for others. Subscription is to the Treasurer of the Douaumont Ossuary in Nancy. Reverse: phototype postcard by A. Humblot in Nancy, 10-centime postage stamp canceled, reserved area for correspondence.