MISC SCENES: GENERAL JOHN J. PERSHING Part 1

Description

Summary: MS, CU, 79 year old Gen John J Pershing speaks for transfer of over-aged destroyers to the British. At open air rally in Chicago, Col Charles A Lindbergh speaks against helping England. MSs,MCUs, Lindbergh speaking Silent: Gen Pershing receives honorary degree at University of Missouri. Pres Hill awards LLD degree to Gen Pershing and also to Gen Crowder. CU, Gen Pershing wearing cap and gown after receiving his degree. CU, finger pointing to Pershing's name on diploma. World War I troops on parade in San Francisco, California. Gen Pershing about to speak at open air rally. Pan, huge crowd on field. Gen receiving applause of crowd during Los Angeles parade after WWI. Drawing for 1st draft, World War I. The General placing wreath on service flag. MLS, CU, President Franklin D Roosevelt at Arlington Cemetery. Gen Pershing speaking in amphitheater at Arlington.

Collection

Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer

Series

Moving Images Relating to Military Activities