Description: An original aerial reconnaissance photograph from World War I, acquired from a large collection of American AEF aerial photos.Type & Size: A 4x7" 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. This particular set is on old and fragile paper so there is a little more chipping and flaking than we normally see. Please see photos. This original 1918 photograph was taken by an American AEF observation squadron pilot during World War I. It depicts a large military encampment, likely with rows of barracks or temporary housing structures, in France. The image is an aerial view, showcasing the layout and uniformity of the encampment.The American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) were the United States Armed Forces sent to Europe in World War I. Pilots within the AEF often conducted reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence, resulting in aerial photographs similar to this one. These images were crucial for planning military operations and understanding enemy positions.
Price: 29 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-11-22T17:29:11.000Z
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, barracks, American, AEF, encampment, reconnaissance, 19
Theme: conflicts & wars,history,topographical,militaria
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1918
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 4x7 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
