Photo Record
Images
Metadata
Title |
Armistice Day Firing Squad 1945 Escanaba |
Catalog Number |
A-2021.03.02 |
Collection |
Archives |
Object Name |
Photograph, Black-and-White |
Date |
1945 |
Description |
Framed black-and-white photograph of 16 uniformed members of the Escanaba chapter of the American Legion (Cloverland Post 82, confirmed in the flag and the men's hats), standing between the flags of the United States and their chapter flag. Typed underneath the photo is: "Armistice Day Firing Squad - 1945". These are therefore likely to be the people who carried out official demonstrations on November 11, 1945, the official day of celebration for the end of the Second World War as proclaimed by president Truman. None of these men look younger than 30. |
Search Terms |
American Legion in Delta County World War II in Delta County |
Caption |
Armistice Day Firing Squad, 1945 |
Orig/copy |
Original |
Subjects |
American Legion Armed forces Armistices Celebrations Military ceremonies Military service Veterans World War II World War Two |