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Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee a New-York, le 9 mai, de M. Viviani et du marechal, dans... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee a New-York, le 9 mai, de M. Viviani et du marechal, dans la prodigieuse tempete d'acclamations de la foule, 1917. First World War: the Joffre-Viviani Mission arrives on American soil; M. Viviani (French Minister for War) and the marshal (Joffre) are welcomed enthusiastially by the crowd, New York, 9 May 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivée à New-York, le 9 mai, de M. Viviani et du marshal (1917)
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: A Stirring Welcome to France's War Mission in New York City This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the historic moment when French Minister for War Jean Raphaël-Armand-Marie-Jules Théophile Viviani and General Joseph Joffre, the renowned French military commander, set foot on American soil for the Joffre-Viviani Mission on May 9, 1917. The image, titled "Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivée à New-York, le 9 mai, de M. Viviani et du marshal," was published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. The scene unfolds on the bustling streets of New York City, with throngs of people lining the sidewalks, waving flags and banners, and cheering exuberantly as the French dignitaries and their motorcade approach. Horses and cars fill the streets, creating a chaotic yet celebratory atmosphere. The photograph encapsulates the international relations and political tensions of the time, as France and the United States allied against the Central Powers during World War I. The image is a testament to the profound impact of the war on both countries and the significance of diplomacy in shaping the course of history. The photograph's metaphorical title, "On American Soil," emphasizes the importance of the mission and the deepening relationship between France and the United States. The powerful image of the crowd's enthusiastic welcome serves as a reminder of the enduring bonds forged during times of crisis and the transformative power of unity in the face of adversity.
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