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AMERICAN LEGION, 1921. Left to right: Lieutenant General Baron Jacques of Belgium, Armando Diaz of Italy, U.S. President Calvin Coolidge, Ferdinand Foch of France, U.S. Army General John J

WORLD WAR I: ALLIED FORCES. From left, General Henri Philippe Petain, French commander in chief; Marshal Joseph Joffre of France; Marshal Ferdinand Foch of France

FERDINAND FOCH (1851-1929). French soldier. Photograph, c1915

PERSHING & FOCH, 1918. French commander of Allied forces, Ferdinand Foch (1851-1929), and American Army Officer, John Joseph Pershing (1860-1948)

Celebrating the glorious victory in WWI - France & America and their leaders, President Woodrow Wilson, Marechal Foch and Georges Clemenceau Date: 1919

Ferdinand Foch (1851-1929) French soldier who entered the army in 1871. Director of the Ecole de Guerre (School of War) 1907-1911

Meeting at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs at Quai D Orsay, Paris. Under clock are American
WWI: TREATY NEGOTIATIONS. Meeting at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs at Quai D Orsay, Paris. Under clock are American and French presidents Woodrow Wilson and Raymond Poincar

The Marshall Foch memorial picture. Date 1930 Oct. 20

Statue of Marshal Foch - Spa, Belgium
A monument to Marshal (Marechal) Ferdinand Foch (French Military 1851-1929) in Spa, Belgium, inaugurated on 3rd July 1932. Date: 1932

Marshall Foch - 1919 Victory Parade
Victory Parade in London on July 19th 1919 - Marshall Foch Date: 1919

Patriotic French postcard, showing the description which was unanimously voted (by the French Senate) to be displayed in all Town Halls and Schools in France

Duke of Connaught and Marshal Foch, London
Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught (1850-1942) meeting Marshal Ferdinand Foch (1851-1929), General in the French Army, at Charing Cross Station, London, probably on the way to a conference at Chequers

Marshal Foch and General Weygand, WW1
Marshal Ferdinand Foch (1851-1929), General in the French Army, appointed supreme commander of the Allied armies during the First World War

Marshal Foch and General Robertson in Cologne, Germany
Marshal Ferdinand Foch (left) and General Sir William Robertson (right) taking the salute in Cologne, Germany, on the arrival of Foch from the steamer Bismarck. 17 May 1919

Signing of Armistice, Compiegne Forest, Northern France
Photograph taken just after the signing of the Armistice which ended the First World War, in a railway carriage in the Compiegne Forest, Picardy, Northern France

Marshal Foch and General Pershing, Chaumont, France

Marshal Foch, General in the French Army during WW1
Marshal Ferdinand Foch (1851-1929), General in the French Army, appointed supreme commander of the Allied armies during the First World War. Date: July 1916

Marshal Foch on the Western Front near Arras, France
Marshal Ferdinand Foch (left) with two other French army officers on the Western Front north of Arras, France, during the First World War. Date: circa 1917

Generals Foch and Fayolle with captured German cannon
General Ferdinand Foch and General Fayolle at Chateau de la Haie (or Haye), in the village of Carency, Northern France, inspecting cannons captured from the Germans during the First World War

WORLD WAR I: FRENCH POSTER. For the Last Quarter Hour Help Me! General Ferdinand Foch (1851-1929)
WORLD WAR I: FRENCH POSTER. For the Last Quarter Hour.. Help Me! General Ferdinand Foch (1851-1929), Commander in Chief of the Allied forces, overseeing his troops as they march across a battlefield

Arcades and Church of Notre Dame at Millau
The Place du Marechal Foch, 12th century arcades and the Church of Notre-Dame-de-l Espinasse at Millau, France. The Church once possessed a part of the Crown of Thorns

Gerard Foch / Stamp
FERDINAND FOCH (1851 - 1929) Marshal of the French army during World war I

General Foch

Foch and Weygand
Victory march of Marshal Ferdinand Foch and General Maxime Weygand in Hyde Park, cheered on by the crowds

Three French war leaders
Photograph showing Generalissimo Joffre (centre), General Foch (right) and General Durbal in consultation in 1915

Foch, Photo
FERDINAND FOCH French military commander in World War One

Ferdinand Foch
FERDINAND FOCH French soldier

Alsace Liberated
President Poincare and marechal Foch ride in triumph through the streets of Strasbourg, freshly freed from the German occupation which has lasted 44 years

Signatories of Treaty
Treaty signatories at Paris (l-r): Marshall Foch, Georges Clemenceau, Lloyd George, Vittorio Orlando and Baron Sonnino

German Surrender 1918
Marshall Foch heads a group of delegates in the forests of Compiegne, following the German surrender; central figure is Sir Rosslyn Wemyss

FOCH (1851 - 1929)
FERDINAND FOCH - Marshal of the French army during World war I

Foch accepts German surrender
Marshall Foch studies the terms of the German surrender in a railway carriage at Compiegne

Pershing & Foch
Marshal Foch congratulates General Pershing of the American Expeditionary Force on their success after the Battle of Saint-Mihiel in September 1918

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"Remembering Marshal Foch: A Legendary Figure of WWI" As we delve into the history books, we encounter a remarkable individual who played a pivotal role during the tumultuous times of World War I. Ferdinand Foch, known for his strategic brilliance and unwavering determination, left an indelible mark on the annals of military history. Amongst the cherished relics from that era are wartime Toby jugs, serving as poignant reminders of the sacrifices made by countless soldiers. These artifacts symbolize not only their bravery but also Foch's leadership in guiding them through treacherous battles. One iconic moment etched in our collective memory is the signing of the Armistice at Compiegne, France. It was here that Foch stood tall as he negotiated terms to bring an end to one of humanity's darkest chapters. His unwavering resolve ensured peace prevailed over conflict. Photographs capturing George V alongside military leaders during this global upheaval serve as testaments to Foch's influence and respect within international circles. Together they strategized and fought side by side against formidable adversaries, forging alliances that would shape future generations. Away from battlefields and diplomatic negotiations, glimpses into Foch's personal life can be seen through photos adorning pianos at Lloyd George's farm in Churt, Surrey. These snapshots offer us a glimpse into his multifaceted persona beyond his military prowess. Traveling across continents brings us to Oran in Algeria - where Marshal Foch Square stands proudly amidst Santa Cruz Hills. This tribute serves as a constant reminder of his enduring legacy even far away from European shores. The camaraderie between Lloyd George, General Wilson, and General Foch further exemplifies their shared vision for peace amid chaos. Their collaboration paved the way for decisive victories while ensuring stability on war-torn grounds. In 1918, Ferdinand Foch emerged as a beacon of hope when victory seemed uncertain.