Close-up photograph taken on September 17, 1918, at Bolling Field, Anacostia, The image captures an airplane that fell into the Potomac River near the Army War College. The individuals mentioned are Sgt. J. Hoehlein, pilot Lt. A. Embelton, and observer Lt. Enos B. Smith. This photograph is not for publication and is intended for official use only. Taken on September 26, 1918.

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Size: 8372px × 5680px
Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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