Winter Photographic History Auction
Sat, Jan 25, 2025 01:00PM EST
Lot 180
Mole & Thompson Machine Gun Insignia
Estimate: $200 - $300
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An extraordinary framed photograph by Mole & Thomas, showcasing a massive human formation of the Machine Gun Insignia, created using 22,500 officers and men alongside 600 machine guns. This iconic image was taken at Camp Hancock in Augusta, Georgia, under the direction of Brigadier General Oliver Edwards and Lieutenant Colonel E.P. Pierson, on December 10, 1918.
The intricate composition depicts soldiers meticulously arranged to form a striking insignia of an eagle with wings spread wide, representing the Machine Gun Training Center. Mole & Thomas, renowned for their innovative large-scale human formations, captured this monumental display of unity and discipline during World War I.
The photograph is preserved in its original vintage frame, with visible details and clear inscriptions, including the photographer's studio address in Chicago, Illinois. This piece serves as a unique historical artifact, celebrating the valor and coordination of the U.S. military during the Great War. A perfect addition for collectors of military memorabilia, historical photography, or World War I artifacts.
The intricate composition depicts soldiers meticulously arranged to form a striking insignia of an eagle with wings spread wide, representing the Machine Gun Training Center. Mole & Thomas, renowned for their innovative large-scale human formations, captured this monumental display of unity and discipline during World War I.
The photograph is preserved in its original vintage frame, with visible details and clear inscriptions, including the photographer's studio address in Chicago, Illinois. This piece serves as a unique historical artifact, celebrating the valor and coordination of the U.S. military during the Great War. A perfect addition for collectors of military memorabilia, historical photography, or World War I artifacts.
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