Description: An original US Forces World War I press photo. Type & Size: A 5.5x3" original photograph.Condition: Original to the era and in good to fair antique condition; may have missing portions, age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light creasing. Please see photos. This photograph features members of the 301st Engineers personnel and topographical office force taken on November 15, 1918, in Bernecourt. The group is posed in a structured manner with some members standing while others are seated. The photograph captures military individuals in uniform, with ranks such as Private, Corporal, Captain, and Sergeant Major identifiable among them. The setting appears to be an outdoor backdrop, likely a military encampment or office.The 301st Engineers were part of the American Expeditionary Forces during World War I. This unit was responsible for various engineering tasks such as constructing fortifications, roads, and bridges, as well as conducting topographical surveys. The mention of the topographical office force highlights the importance of mapping and terrain analysis in military strategy during the war.Visible text includes "FIRST AID," indicating a likely first aid station nearby, and signs with crossed red tape and other symbols. The following personnel are identified from the caption: Pvt King, Cpl Sawtix, Corp. Martin, Capt. Monske (Personnel Officer), Capt. ?, Sgt maj Clemens, Corp. Warner, Cpl Greenwood, Fisher, Sgt maj ?, Master Sgt LaCroix, Cpl Joubert, Pvt Howie.
Price: 76 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-22T14:13:05.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Antique: Yes
Size: 5.5x3 inches
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Framing: Unframed
Subject: WWI, American Expeditionary Forces, topographical survey, 1918,
Vintage: Yes
Type: Photograph
Year of Production: 1918
Number of Photographs: 1
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, military, people
Featured Person/Artist: Pvt King, Cpl Sawtix, Corp. Martin, Capt. Monske, Sgt maj Clemen
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
