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Les Etats-Unis dans la guerre; Le sergent aviateur americain James Roger MacConnell... 1917. Creator: Unknown
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Les Etats-Unis dans la guerre; Le sergent aviateur americain James Roger MacConnell... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Les Etats-Unis dans la guerre; Le sergent aviateur americain James Roger MacConnell, tombe au champ d'honneur en combat aerien la veille du jour de l'entree de son pays dans la guerre, 1917. USA: First World War - American aviator James Rogers McConnell who was killed in an aerial battle the day before his country entered the war. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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This evocative photograph captures the solemnity and sacrifice of American aviator James Rogers MacConnell, who lost his life in an aerial battle just one day before the United States entered World War I. The image, titled "Les Etats-Unis dans la guerre; Le sergent aviateur americain James Roger MacConnell, tombe au champ d'honneur en combat aerien la veille du jour de l'entree de son pays dans la guerre" (translated to "The United States in the War: The American Air Sergeant James Roger MacConnell, who fell in honor in an aerial combat the day before his country entered the war"), was published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" by L'Illustration, a renowned French publication based in Paris, in 1924. MacConnell is depicted in full length, wearing a heavy boiler suit, goggles, and overalls typical of the era's aviator apparel. His serious expression and the somber background add to the poignant mood of the photograph. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the bravery of those who answered the call to duty. The photograph is a testament to the historical significance of the First World War and the role of the United States in the global conflict. It is a powerful visual representation of the era's military fashion, aviation technology, and the sacrifices made by soldiers and civilians alike. The photograph's enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke emotions and ignite curiosity about the past.
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