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Photo 3. circa 1919
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Photo 3. circa 1919
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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This black and white historical photograph depicts a group of military personnel alongside civilians, possibly taken during the early 20th century given the style of uniform and attire. The soldiers are wearing uniforms that suggest they might be from World War I era, with several officers sporting peaked caps, puttees (cloth wrappings around their lower legs), and some carrying canes or walking sticks which were common as symbols of rank or status.
In the foreground on a set of stone steps leading up to a brick building with traditional windows, there stands one child in civilian clothing—a young boy dressed in what appears to be a sailor suit, which was popular for children at that time. He is flanked by two men who seem to be officers—one standing on crutches—suggesting he may have been wounded.
On either side of these central figures are women dressed in period-appropriate garments: long skirts, high-collared blouses, and hats typical for females during this era. They stand solemnly among the group.
The composition captures both the formality of military life and perhaps a momentary reprieve where servicemen could mingle with family members or local citizens. It's an evocative image that conveys history through personal connections amidst broader national events such as war.
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