Photo #: NH 98587
USS Mercury (ID # 3012)
Troops disembark from the ship in a U.S. port, at the end of
their homeward voyage from France, circa 1919.
Note "Welcome" banner on the building at left.
Men leaving the ships are wearing overseas caps, while most of
those on the pier wear campaign hats.
Courtesy of Mrs. W.A. Nightengale, 1971.
U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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