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The postcard depicts a replica of the figure-head of the U.S.S. Delaware, featuring N Tecumseh in war paint, located at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. This figure is believed to bring good luck to the Midshipmen, and during athletic contests against the Corps of Cadets of West Point, it is adorned with war paint to ensure victory for the Midshipmen. The United States Naval Academy is a prestigious institution for training officers for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, while West Point is a renowned military academy for training officers for the U.S. Army.