American soldiers in a clearing oversee the process of "mopping up" during World War One. Pictured here is a drawing by Captain Townsend, photographer Reed. The image captures the intense activity and attention to detail required to secure and pacify an area following a military operation. Date of photo: 1917-1918.

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