Soldiers at Rosenwasser Bros. manufacturing plant in Long Island City, NY, skiving the upper leather of soldiers' shoes using a revolving knife. Skiving the leather allows for easier edge turning. This photo was taken during World War I. Designation 111-SC-33330. The information is marked "FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY."

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