source and every proficiency taxed to the utmost. We were the pupils.
But we learned quickly and acted with a promptness and a readiness of
co-operation that justify our great pride that we were able to serve the
world with unparalleled energy and quick accomplishment.

[Illustration: PHOTOGRAPHED IN A VILLAGE IN GERMANY.

A member of the 369th (old 15th N.Y.) brought this picture back with
him. He is wearing the smile which tells the story. The war is over.]

[Illustration: LIEUT. "JIMMY" EUROPE AND HIS FAMOUS BAND.

This band was hailed with enthusiasm by the French. Five kettle drums in
this band were presented by the French as a mark of esteem. Another
drum, beaten by Willie Webb, of Louisville, Ky., was a trophy left by
the Germans when they retreated.]

[Illustration: GETTING READY FOR THEIR DAILY BATH.

Negro troops in a transport going over. No inconvenience marred their
good cheer.]

[Illustration: IN LINE FOR REVIEW.

Members of the 15th Infantry being reviewed. A sturdy and determined
line of fighting men.]

[Illustration: A QUARTETTE WHICH GAVE GOOD ENTERTAINMENT.

These colored members of the 301st Stevedore Regiment were attached to
the 23rd Engineers in France.]

[Illustration: LINED UP AND READY FOR ACTION.

Members of the 15th Infantry. Note the serious and determined expression
in their faces. They mean business and will obey orders.]

[Illustration: AT THE SIGNAL BOX READY TO SOUND THE GAS ALARM.

These men had a great responsibility placed upon them. The sounding of
the Gas Alarm quickly and accurately, when gas was detected, meant
saving the lives of many men.]

[Illustration: BOTH WORKING FOR THE Y.M.C.A.

Mr. Kelly and his colored driver at work during the last German
offensive.]

[Illustration: BAPTIZING NEGRO SOLDIERS AT CAMP GORDON.

A religious and very effective scene. These Christian men had faith and
confidence in their religion.]

[Illustration: COLORED TROOPS IN PUERTO RICO.

A brilliant Fourth of July parade through Allen Street, San Juan, Puerto
Rico.]

[Illustration: NEGRO SHARPSHOOTERS.]

[Illustration: NEGRO CHILDREN WEAVING CLOTH.

Recently photographed in Kamerun, the last of the German provinces in
Africa to surrender to the Allies. Illustrating child labor at the
lowest possible cost.]

[Illustration: AFRICAN NEGROES IN KAMERUN, SHOWING NATIVE HEADDRESS.

These pictures were photographed in Fumban, the largest and most densely
populated section of