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Jos. R. Smith, 1917 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
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Jos. R. Smith, 1917 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Jos. R. Smith, 1917 and 1918. Joseph Russell Smith of Weiser, Idaho who was killed in action on May 29, 1918 at the Battle of Cantigny during World War I
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Bain News Service Photograph Collection George Grantham Bain Idaho Bain George Graham Bain News Service George Graham Bain Press Photography
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**A Hero's Legacy: Jos. R. Smith (1917-1918)**
This poignant photograph print captures the likeness of Joseph Russell Smith, a young American soldier who gave his life in service to his country during World War I. Taken by renowned photographer George Grantham Bain of the Bain News Service in 1917 and 1918, this image is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war.
Smith's story begins with enlistment in May 1917, when he joined the United States Army from Weiser, Idaho. He served bravely until his untimely death on May 29, 1918, during the Battle of Cantigny - one of the earliest major battles fought by American forces in France.
This photograph presents Smith standing tall in full military uniform, his eyes fixed straight ahead with a sense of determination and patriotism. The black-and-white print conveys a somber mood, underscoring the gravity of war's impact on individuals like Jos. R. Smith who made the ultimate sacrifice for their nation.
Today, this historic image serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of American soldiers like Joseph Russell Smith, whose bravery and selflessness continue to inspire generations.
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