First volunteer troops of the new army of occupation being drilled and leaving Camp Meade for overseas. The officers in charge of the first battalion are seen in the center of the group, with Colonel Jackson commanding. A total of 50,000 men are needed for the army of occupation. (Photographer: Sgt. Steiniger, )

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