Rare Vintage Original 1919 WW1 US 1ST ARMY AEF Panoramic Photo Marseille France

Group Portrait of WWI American Soldiers. Before Notre-Dame de la Garde, April 20th 1919. The First Army of the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF)? An original, antique panoramic photograph featuring a large group of WWI American soldiers posing before the Notre-Dame de la Garde in Marseille, France.

Impressed in the lower right corner of the photograph is the name Detaille, probably the photo studio responsible for the image although information on studios of that name are unclear. Stamped above the studio name is the location and the date, April 20th 1919. There may be other stamping but if so it's too faded to read. Rare photo - google image search revealed no other images of this photograph!

Visible image within mat measures 10-1/4 x 14-1/2 inches; in older period? Wood frame measuring about 17-1/2 x 21.

Not examined out of frame but appears in relatively good condition given it's age with some minor creasing and light streaking to photo as well as signs of silvering. Possibly a coincidence, but April 20, 1919 is the date that the First Army of the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) was inactivated. This happened five months after the Armistice with Germany ended hostilities, marking the beginning of the demobilization process. The First Army had been activated in August 1918 to lead the American forces on the Western Front, including the St. The inactivation of the First Army signaled the end of its major role in the war and a sign the end of the war was nearing.

AI DESCRPTION: This product is an original panoramic photo taken in 1919 of the Notre-Dame de la Garde in France during World War I. The photo captures a moment in military history, showcasing the American military presence during the war. The photograph was produced in France and depicts a scene from the United States, making it a unique and historical collectible item for enthusiasts of militaria and World War I memorabilia.

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