Lt. Kloo of the 8th Cavalry is seen in this photograph taken by photographer Reed on May 18, 1918. The image captures the first flight of the Liberty plane, with preparations underway at Romorantin, Loir et Cher, France. This photograph carries the symbol "H" and is cataloged as number 12,513.

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