{"product_id":"postcard-rppc-wisconsin-dells-crossing-bar-duck-boat-land-water-1950s-unposted","title":"Wisconsin Dells Wisconsin Duck Boat Crossing Bar 1950s RPPC Postcard Unposted","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"371\"\u003eThis 1950s real photo postcard captures an amphibious duck boat entering the water at Wisconsin Dells, reflecting the postwar rise of roadside tourism and novelty attractions in the Midwest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eWisconsin Dells developed into a major tourist destination through scenic river formations and organized excursions that blended natural landscapes with engineered entertainment. Amphibious “duck” vehicles, originally derived from military transport designs, became a signature attraction by offering guided tours across both land and water, aligning with the era’s fascination with mobility and experiential travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eThe image shows a loaded duck boat descending a sandy shoreline into calm water, with passengers visible along the open deck. Painted lettering along the hull advertises the attraction, while low wooded hills frame the background. The composition emphasizes the transition between land and water, a defining feature of these vehicles, and the photographic clarity typical of mid-century real photo postcards enhances the documentary quality of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eThe item shown in the listing is the exact item the collector will receive. We have tens of thousands of items to choose from. Shipping will always be combined or refunded to save you as much money as possible. Please contact us with any questions, or visit our store page for specifics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everything Ephemera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52979779666104,"sku":"20240608","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/8740\/6008\/files\/57_28a43b82-5147-4be9-b700-f2b4021600c9.jpg?v=1773028831","url":"https:\/\/everythingephemera.com\/products\/postcard-rppc-wisconsin-dells-crossing-bar-duck-boat-land-water-1950s-unposted","provider":"Everything Ephemera","version":"1.0","type":"link"}