RPPC (Real Photo Postcard) showing a large steamship packed with soldiers of the 88th and 72nd Battalions CEF (Canadian Expeditionary Force) departing Victoria, British Columbia on July 15, 1916. Published by Victoria Book & Stationery Co., Ltd., 1002 Government St., Victoria, B.C. Made in Canada.

Scene Details:

• Large multi-deck steamship crowded with uniformed soldiers on every deck and railing
• Crowds of civilians gathered on the dock to see the troops off
• Date handwritten in ink on front: July 15, 1916
• Flags visible on ship masts
• Harbour/dock setting, Victoria, British Columbia
• Divided back; publisher imprint: Victoria Book & Stationery Co., Ltd., Victoria, B.C.

Please zoom into and look closely at the front and back photos to view condition, and feel free to send me a message if you have any questions. Thank you, D