Charleroi, Belgium – Le Déversoir – Postcard Early 20th Century

This postcard presents a serene riverside view of Charleroi, focusing on Le Déversoir, a section of the canal known for its role in managing water flow and facilitating navigation. The scene shows a barge moored alongside the quay, while others are docked near the industrial and residential buildings that line the right bank. 
Charleroi, located in the Walloon region of Belgium, was a major center of industry during the 19th and early 20th centuries, especially known for coal mining, steel production, and glassmaking. Its canal system was a vital artery for transporting raw materials and goods across Belgium and beyond. The area known as Le Déversoir was integral to regulating water levels and traffic along the Sambre River and connected canals, ensuring smooth operations for the heavy river barges that served the region’s factories and mills.
The reverse side follows the classic undivided Carte Postale format, typical of European postcards from the turn of the century.
Front Text: "Charleroi. Le Déversoir."
Size ±: 14 cm x 9 cm
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