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An American Brodie helmet worn in WWI by Paul M. Edman of Bristol, Connecticut. On the front of the helmet is painted a red number one in a yellow shield. "The Big Red One" was the insignia for the 1st Division in which Edman served.

Hartford men report to the Halls of Record on the corner of Pearl St. and Trumbull St.

Notables pose outside the newly installed Liberty Bond Booth in front of the Old State House to kick off the start of the Liberty Bond Drive. From l-r, Richard M. Bissell, Lt. L.D. Gibbs, former Senator Morgan G. Bulkeley, Mrs. Richard Bissell,…

Army Trucks At Farmington Avenue, Hartford

The first Hartford soldier to return from France stands on a platform erected in front of the Old State House.

A service flag hangs outside Hartford City Hall. Each star on the flag represents a city employee serving in the armed forces.

102d Regiment marching up Trinity Street through Bushnell Park. The Soldiers and Sailors Monument can be seen on the right

Calling for able men to enlist in World War I