Pershing's Crusaders

Synopsis

World War I is documented through a series of silent film reels produced in 1936 by the United States Department of Defense. The footage includes scenes of destruction in Belgium, the launch of naval ships, and President Woodrow Wilson's activities. Key figures such as General John J. Pershing and French leaders attend military ceremonies, while U.S. troops are shown in training, engaging in mock battles, and parading in Paris. The film captures the logistical and human aspects of the war, including troop inspections and the treatment of wounded soldiers.