Sgt. J. Abbott captured the moment when President Poincare presented General John J. Pershing with the Cross of the Legion of Hone at in Chaumont, France. This photograph, marked as "For Official Use Only," was taken on August 6, 1918, symbolizing the recognition of General Pershing's service.

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