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Description
American flag hoisted by E. O. Pritchard over Canadian trenches in France on 9 April 1917 upon receipt of news of American
entry into World War I; photographs of Pritchard; and letter written by him regarding trench warfare in France.
Background
American volunteer in Canadian Expeditionary Force, 1916-1917; sergeant, 29th Battalion, Canadian Army.
Extent
1 oversize box
(0.4 linear feet)
Restrictions
For copyright status, please contact the Hoover Institution Archives.
Availability
Collection is open for research.