WW1 AEF Aero 157th 1918 Little Pat Leo J Keith Aviator US RPPC Photo Postcard

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 5x4 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. The photograph depicts a soldier in a uniform standing in front of a backdrop, likely taken during World War I. He is dressed in military attire, with a distinct cap and boots, suggesting his role in the US Army. The image is dated to 1918, coinciding with significant military engagements of the time, particularly in France. The handwritten note at the bottom of the photo reads "Little Pat Lew J. Keith," indicating the name of the individual captured in this moment. During World War I, photography served as a crucial tool for documenting soldier experiences and promoting patriotic sentiments. Soldiers like Lew J. Keith often sent these photographs back home as keepsakes for family members. The 157th Aero Squadron, to which Sgt. Alexander Wilson belonged, played a vital role in air combat and reconnaissance during this period, contributing to the eventual Allied victory. The image includes the handwritten text "Little Pat Lew J. Keith." This inscription personalizes the photograph, giving it a unique connection to the individual featured, likely intended for friends or family.

Price: 40 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-12-28T15:55:11.000Z

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