A Large Statue of Elvis Presley

NPCW 2016

National Postcard Week

Elvis is often referred to as "the King of Rock and Roll." Since his officially documented death, August 16, 1977, Elvis has been spotted in many places.  I took these photos of a HUGE Elvis in Crystal River, Florida in the late 1980's.  

Photos and Postcard Created By: Penny Andrea-Einmo

The Birthplace of Elvis Presley in Tupelo, Mississippi

Elvis Presley's Birthplace

Elvis Presley was born in this house January 8, 1935.  The dwelling built by his father is located in Tupelo, Mississippi and is open to the public.

Photo by Don Lanca... (the name is covered with a stamp)  I'm guessing it is Don Lancaster.

The sender writes:
Tupelo is only 100 miles from Graceland and is a must see for Elvis fans!  In addition to the house, there is a museum, the church he attended, and various other things.  It's very interesting to see his humble beginnings.

This postcard was printed in 2004 and was postmarked in 2015 with three USA stamps. One is an Elvis stamp!

USA stamp 1993

Elvis Presley

Rock and Roll Singer, 1935-1977, 

(January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977) 

29 cents

Elvis Presley's Lisa Marie Airplane

Elvis' Lisa Marie
Elvis Presley purchased this aircraft a few years back and had extensive interior changes made.  The "TCB" logo on the tail has become known world-wide as well as the aircraft's registration number N880EP.  Elvis named this plane after his daughter, Lisa-Marie and it is now open to the public across from Graceland.

This postcard was printed in 2003 and postmarked in 2015.

The sender writes:
I've been to visit Graceland but have never toured the jet.  Sadly, the two jets that Elvis owned, "Lisa Marie and "Hound Dog II" were offered up for sealed bid auction.  I hope they stay at Graceland, no matter what!

Elvis Presley's Army Home in Germany

Army Home of Elvis Presley
1958 - 1960
Friedberg / Hessen / Germany

This postcard is postmarked in 2015 from Germany.

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After being drafted in 1958 Elvis Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977) joined the 3rd Armored Division who were stationed at Ray Barracks in Friedberg. He choose to not receive any special treatment and was respected for not joining Special Services, which would have allowed him to avoid certain duties and maintain his public profile. 

Multi view of Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley
This is postmarked in 2015. 

Elvis Presely and a Hound Dog

Elvis Presley (And a Hound Dog)

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"Hound Dog" is a twelve-bar blues song by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. It was recorded by Willie Mae "Big Mama" Thornton on August 13, 1952 in Los Angeles.

"Hound Dog" has been recorded more than 250 times. The best-known version of "Hound Dog" is the July 1956 recording by Elvis Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977), which is ranked No. 19 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time; it is also one of the best-selling singles of all time.


You ain't nothin' but a hound dog
Cryin' all the time
You aint nothin but a hound dog
Cryin' all the time
Well, you ain't never caught a rabbit
And you aint no friend of mine

When they said, you was high classed
Well, that was just a lie
Yeah, they said, you was high classed
Well, that was just a lie
Yeah, you ain't never caught a rabbit
And you aint no friend of mine

Elvis In Deutschland (Germany)

Elvis in Deutschland (Germany)

Geschichte erleben (Experience History)
Elvis Presley - Sanger und Soldat (Singer and Soldier)
1958 - 1960 in Deutschland (in Germany)

Foto: I: Horst SchuBler
2014

Viva Las Vegas with Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret

Viva Las Vegas
Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret
printed in 1992

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Viva Las Vegas is a 1964 American musical film starring Elvis Presley and actress Ann-Margret. The film is regarded by fans and by film critics as one of Presley's best movies, and it is noted for the on-screen chemistry between Presley and Ann-Margret.

Elvis in Concert, Jacksonville, Florida

The Elvis Presley Show starring in person Elvis Presley with an all star cast
The photo on the front was taken in 1956

This postcard was postmarked in 1994.

Elvis - Gold Cadillac

Elvis Presley's "Solid Gold" Cadillac

This 1960 Cadillac 75 Limousine, customized by George Barris to meed Elvis' personal specifications, is on display in the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.  Through technology and taped narration, visitors are permitted to take a look inside this famous automobile.

donated by: Elvis, The Colonel & RCA Records.

postmarked in 1992 with 19 cent deer stamp

Elvis Presley starring in King Creole

Elvis Presley starring in King Creole

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King Creole is an American motion picture directed by Michael Curtiz, released by Paramount Pictures on July 2, 1958. The film stars Elvis Presley, Carolyn Jones, and Walter Matthau. It is Presley's fourth movie, and adapted from the 1952 novel by Harold Robbins, A Stone for Danny Fisher.

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

postmarked in 1995  however, the postcard is older than that

Happy Birthday Baby! features Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe

Daivid Parrish: Happy Birthday Baby! (1994)
Olie pa laerred,. 156X234 cm
Courtesy Louis K. Meisel Gallery, New York

features Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe

Elvis' Final Resting Place

Meditation Garden, the final resting place for Elvis, his mother, father and grandmother is located on the gardens of Graceland.

Color Photo: Steve Caldwell-1982

Birthplace of Elvis in Tupelo, Mississippi

Elvis' Birthplace - in Tupelo, Mississippi.

postmarked in 1989

I must say, this is one Ugly postcard.  It's gloomy outside, and it's so dark! I'd like to get a nice postcard of his birthplace.

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Elvis was born on January 8th, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi, then moved to Memphis, Tennessee, with his family at the age of 13.

Advertising Postcard for Jack's Cosmic Dogs, Elvis and the Jetsons with Hot Dogs

Jack's Cosmic Dogs

"jack's serves up the best hot dog I have ever had. Ever!"
Alton Brown - TV Food Network Star

"Elvis Dis the Dogs!"
Cosmic Dogs - Draft Root Beer (and by the looks of the postcard they serve Coca-Cola too)
Fresh Cut Fries - Soft-Serve Ice Cream
Vintage Longneck Sodas - Funky Gifts

Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina and Charleston, South Carolina
2013

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Featured on the postcard is Elvis Presley and The Jetsons - Elroy, George, Jane, Judy and in the corner, the dog Astro.

The Jetsons is an American animated sitcom produced by Hanna-Barbera, originally airing in primetime from 1962–1963 and again from 1985–1987. It was Hanna-Barbera’s Space Age counterpart to The Flintstones.

Elvis Presley, Profile

Elvis Presley

Signature Product
2012

Elvis Collection in Missouri

Blueberry Hill - St. Louis

Elvis Presley memorabilia, including all five Sun records, statues, pictures, backstage passes, Las Vegas menus, and souvenir items such as Elvis dog tags, shoelaces, jewelry, socks, guitars, stamps and wine can all be seen in one of the many displays at Blueberry hill, a popular restaurant at 6504 Delmar in the University City Loop aria of St. Louis, MO

Photo: B Tonkya (has writing over it and lines from the post office, so I'm not sure if that's correct)
2008

Sweden Maximum Card - Elvis Presley

Rock 54-04
Frimarket Elvis Presley gavs ut den 2 oktober 2004.
The Stamp Elvis Presley was issued 2 October 2004.
Die Briefmarke Elvis Presley erschien am 2. Oktober 2004.
Foto/Photo: Elvis image: Alfred Wertheimer
Frimarksforlaga/Original/Vorlage: Gustav Malmfors

Maximikort - Maximum card - Maximumkarte NR 255
unused

not on postcard, but some information:

What I found was that Elvis had several top 20 songs in Sweden.  There is also a record: Elvis - Swedish Hit Collection -
Product Description
Swedish compilation featuring 60 of 'The King's' biggest hits, all of which reached the Top 20 in Sweden. Includes exclusive 16 page booklet (in Swedish) with chart dates, pictures and liner notes. Includes the rare 'Laughing Version' of 'Are You Lonesome Tonight'. Limited edition will be available for one year from release date. 2000 release. Slimline double jewel case.

This record will set you back quite a few dollars if you try to buy it now.  I found it in two places, and both were over $200.00 each!

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley