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W.J. Reilly, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
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W.J. Reilly, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
W.J. Reilly, 1917 or 1918. William J. Reilly, sergeant in the Navy and vaudeville performer, who recorded patriotic songs as "Sailor Reilly". He is on the USS Recruit, a wooden mockup of a battleship built in Union Square, New York City by the Navy to recruit seamen and sell Liberty Bonds during World War I
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A Star-Spangled Smile - W.J. Reilly's Patriotic Performance
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In this photograph taken in 1917 or 1918, William J. "Sailor" Reilly beams with pride as he stands on the USS Recruit, a wooden battleship replica built in Union Square, New York City to recruit sailors and sell Liberty Bonds during World War I. A sergeant in the Navy and vaudeville performer extraordinaire, Reilly is dressed in his naval uniform, complete with sailor suit and cap. His bright smile conveys the infectious enthusiasm of a true patriot.
As "Sailor" Reilly, he recorded patriotic songs that boosted morale on the home front during wartime. This photograph captures not only his dashing good looks but also his commitment to entertaining troops and civilians alike through music. A snapshot in time from America's entry into World War I, this image is a testament to the power of performance art as a unifying force.
Reilly's portrait has been preserved by Bain News Service, one of the earliest news agencies in the United States. This photograph now resides at Heritage Images and Library of Congress, offering us a glimpse into America's rich cultural heritage during times of war and peace alike.
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