The photograph depicts the house from which the Crown Prince of Germany observed the battle of Verdun during World War One. Sears took the picture on 10-2-18, while was the photographer of record on 11-4-18. The house, located in Montfaucon, Department of Meuse, France, featured a periscope and telescope on the roof, which enabled the Crown Prince to observe the battle. The image is part of the American Expeditionary Forces () collection. Date and any additional notes for this image are not provided.

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