Russian prisoners of war react with joy upon seeing the American flag displayed on the streets of Bouligny, Meuse, France. The photo was taken on November 18, 1918, by Sgt. McAuley, and subsequently released on February 5, 1919. Caption information: 111-SC-36531, Subject 6531, Russian prisoners celebrating the sight of the Stars and Stripes flying.

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