1922 Rotogravure WWI Trenches American Troops Chateau Thierry 42nd Division War

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of the first trenches being dug by American troops in the Chateau-Thierry sector. The bottom image shows the 42nd division on the front line in France (Republique Française). The caption writes, "One of the forty-second division companies in the front-line trenches, France. Most of their intensive training was done on the other side, and in a surprisingly short time they were transformed from recruits into veterans."

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 9.75 x 15 inches; 25 x 38 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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