During the early part of the twentieth century many postcards were sent from holiday resorts such as Eastbourne, writes John Wilton.
As well as the cards showing local views there were cards on the theme 'Wish you were here' or ‘We are having fun here.’
Many of the cards were mass-produced and then overprinted with the name of the town where they were to be on sale.
Gentle humour included the use of double meanings.
Most of the cards were sent during the summer holidays.
1. Eastbourne Looking Back: Eight postcards from Eastbourne from the early 20th century
August 25, 1908. A' Style' much in favour at Eastbourne. I've tried it. Picture: Contributed Photo: John Wilton
2. Eastbourne Looking Back: Eight postcards from Eastbourne from the early 20th century
July 26, 1913. Lovely Eastbourne come here -- it beats all records! Picture: Contributed Photo: John Wilton
3. Eastbourne Looking Back: Eight postcards from Eastbourne from the early 20th century
September 10, 1910. Have got as fat as a Sussex --(Pig) and wunt be druv from Eastbourne. Picture: Contributed Photo: John Wilton
4. Eastbourne Looking Back: Eight postcards from Eastbourne from the early 20th century
September 23, 1911. Would you like to sit on my knee? Down at Eastbourne. Photo: Contributed Photo: John Wilton