American Legion National Convention

American Legion National Convention

Notables review American Legion parade in Cleveland - left to right: Col. John R. McQuigg, U.S. Army; Franklin D'Olier, National Commander of The American Legion; Vice-Admiral W. A. Grant of the British Navy; and Major General Leonard Wood saluting the colors as they passed in the parade of 20,000 members of The American Legion as a feature of the opening of the Legion's convention in Cleveland. (back of photo) This historic photograph was taken at the Second National Convetion of The American Legion at Cleveland, Ohio, in Sepetember, 1929, which marked the end of Franklin D'Olier's year of leadership. Left to right, Past National Commander John R. McQuigg (deceased), Past National Commander Franklin D'Olier, Vice Admiral Grant of the Brtish Navy, guest of the convention, and Major General Leonard Wood (deceased). (magazine caption)

American Legion Archives Photo Collection (photo no. 53242)

1920

Copyright: International, New York City, New York

Photo ; b & w ; 8.5 x 6.5

Still image

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