1942 Casablanca, Morocco - Boulevard du 4e Zouaves 2nd Moroccan Rifle Regiment

This vintage postcard depicts the iconic Boulevard du 4e Zouaves in Casablanca, Morocco, a bustling thoroughfare lined with majestic palm trees and grand buildings, including the distinguished Le Plaza hotel. The image captures the vibrancy of urban life during the French colonial era, with pedestrians and early 20th-century vehicles dotting the avenue. 
The Boulevard du 4e Zouaves was a symbol of modernity in Casablanca under the French Protectorate. Named after the French Zouave regiments, it served as a hub of activity and cultural exchange. The mention of the 2ème Régiment de Tirailleurs Marocains highlights Morocco's historical connection with French colonial forces, where local regiments played a significant role in the French military.
The reverse side contains handwritten correspondence in French, addressed to:
Soldat Guy Roy 2ème Régiment de Tirailleurs Marocains (2nd Moroccan Rifle Regiment),
6ème Compagnie, Toulon, Var.
The postcard is adorned with a Moroccan postage stamp valued at 1.50 francs.
Size: Approx. 14 cm x 9 cm
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