Description: This is an original WWI photo from pilot Sgt Alexander Wilson, 157th Aero Squadron, 1918. Served primarily out of Chatillon-sur-Seine, France. After the war he went on to the Second Corps School. These photos appear to have been taken by either him or others in his squadron and many are likely one of a kind. The back side of most photos from his scrapbook have remnants from being glued in. See photos for condition. Type & Size: A 5x4 original photograph. Condition: The photos from this lot are very old and condition varies. Please see photos. The back side of most photos in this lot have remnants from being glued in a scrapbook. This original WWI photograph captures a moment dated 1918 near the airfield at Chatillon-sur-Seine, France, featuring Sgt Alexander Wilson from the 157th Aero Squadron. The scene depicts a group of military personnel walking along a dirt path with wooden barracks visible on either side. The photograph likely showcases the living conditions or activities of soldiers stationed at the airfield during the war, with some individuals engaged in various tasks while others pause for the camera. During World War I, the 157th Aero Squadron was involved in reconnaissance and training missions, contributing to the advancement of aerial tactics and technology in warfare. The squadron?s role marked a pivotal shift in military operations, with pilots like Sgt Wilson pioneering new methods of aerial combat. The airfield at Chatillon-sur-Seine was crucial in supporting the Allied forces, and many photographs from this period document the experiences and daily life of the servicemen and women involved, often capturing rare, singular moments in military history. The back of the photograph reveals text reading "CARTE POSTALE," indicating it was intended as a postcard with sections for correspondence and addresses, enhancing its historical significance. The number "230" visible on one of the barracks may indicate a specific building, relevant for archival reference.
Price: 38 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-28T20:38:02.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
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
Type: Photograph
Subject: military, aviation, WWI, soldiers, wartime, historic, airfield
Theme: militaria, conflicts & wars, history, transportation
Featured Person/Artist: none
Image Color: Black & White
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1918
Size: 5x4
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Material: Paper
Features: Press Photograph
Style: Documentary
Number of Photographs: 1
