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201716 minPGdoc-short

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Pershing's Farewell to France

201716 minPGdoc-short

General John J. Pershing reviews a regiment in Vincennes, greets military leaders in Brest, and returns to New York aboard the USS Leviathan in 1919.

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Channel: US National Archives

Pershing's Farewell to France

2017• 16 minPG

Synopsis

General John J. Pershing reviews a regiment in Vincennes, greets military leaders in Brest, and returns to New York aboard the USS Leviathan in 1919.

Synopsis

General John J. Pershing's farewell to France is documented through historical footage capturing significant moments in 1919. The film begins with Pershing reviewing a composite regiment at Vincennes and being greeted by French military leaders, including Marshal Ferdinand Foch and Admiral Salin, upon his arrival in Brest. It features Pershing boarding the USS Leviathan, receiving naval salutes, and interacting with fellow generals. The film concludes with Pershing's arrival in New York Harbor, where he is welcomed by Secretary of War Newton D. Baker and other military officials.

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