WW1 AEF Aero 157th 1918 USS Sierra Leaving Docks at Bordeaux Soldiers Photo

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 6.5x4.5 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 photograph captures the moment the USS Sierra is leaving the docks at Bordeaux, France, marked by the caption "Goodbye France! U.S.S. Sierra Leaving Docks at Bordeaux." The scene includes numerous soldiers on the ship and at the dock, suggesting a departure, likely connected to military operations following World War I in 1918. The atmosphere is likely a mix of excitement and melancholy as troops are poised to return home or to another assignment. The USS Sierra was a cargo ship that played a significant role in transporting troops and supplies during and after World War I. During this period, many soldiers were relocated from France back to the United States as the war came to a close, marking the beginning of a new chapter for veterans and their families. This photograph encapsulates a pivotal moment in history, symbolizing the end of an intense engagement in one of the most significant conflicts of the early 20th century.

Price: 44 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2025-01-30T14:56:25.000Z

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