These photos were sent from my grandfather Adolf Szerejko to his then girlfriend, my grandmother Antonina (Bulak) Szerejko. My grandfather served in France during World War I.
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Written on the train: "Going to GET the Kaiser, Scranton, Pa, US Aviation Section Regulars, Going to Germany to Berlin via France"
On the back of the photo: "Taken at Rocky Mountain South Carolina Adolf"
"Camp Greene Charlotte, NC."On the back of the photo: "Those are my friends, front row from left to right J. Coyle (best) J. Erns. Percons. Szerejko At the back Anctile. Moore. Sanders. Four Irish, one French and the last man I don't know his nationality Adolf" The spelling may be off as the handwriting is very difficult to read.
" I'm next."
"Camp Greene, Charlotte N.C."
"Kolacja na "hike" (Dinner on the "hike")"
Written on the back: "What we got ourselves into"
"Camp Greene, Charlotte, NC."Keep the Home Fires Burning ('Til the Boys Come Home)
Keep the home fires burning,
While your hearts are yearning.
Though your lads are far away,
They dream of home.
There’s a silver lining,
Through the dark cloud shining,
Turn the dark clouds inside out
Till the boys come home.
Thank you veterans for your service. Happy Veteran's Day!
Special Thanks To: Marek for his translation of the Polish into English.
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2 comments:
Those are absolutely incredible photos to have! Thanks for sharing and happy veterans day!
Cheryl - Thank you for your comment! I love formal portraits, but must admit that candid moments like these are my favorite. I hope you had a happy Veterans Day. Thank you for YOUR service!
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