Victory arch and parade, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA
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Victory arch and parade, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA
Victory arch and postwar military parade, Main Street, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA, 16 May 1919, with the 150th Machine Gun Battalion, 42nd Division. Date: 1919
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Bank Crowded Crowds Marching Parade Parading Postcards Postwar Rain Raining Umbrellas Uniforms 1919
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This postcard image transports us back to the jubilant scene of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA on May 16, 1919. The victorious spirit of the post-World War I era is palpable as the 150th Machine Gun Battalion, 42nd Division, proudly marches down Main Street, their uniforms glistening in the rain. The soldiers, with their determined expressions and wet, sodden uniforms, stand in stark contrast to the cheering crowds huddled under umbrellas, their faces a mix of excitement and relief. The National Bank and various shops along the street can be seen in the background, their facades adorned with American flags and bunting. The rain, far from dampening the spirits of the crowd, seems to add to the sense of unity and celebration. This poignant moment in history encapsulates the triumphant return of the soldiers from the battlefields of Europe and the collective relief and joy felt by the American people. The image is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the power of community, making it a truly evocative and significant piece of American history.
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