Maj. Gen. Eli A. Helmick awards soldiers with Medals in Brest, Finistere, France. The medals were given for exceptional bravery. The photograph was taken on January 27, 1919, and it is part of the ArchivesBlackHistory collection. Photographer captured the moment. Identifier: Subject 111-552/394, Image No. 2087-P9.

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