Ceremonies - War Activities - Italian notables gathered in Coliseum, Rome to celebrate the entrance of the U.S. in the war. The Coliseum was the scene of tremendous meeting, at which the Italians celebrated the United States entry into the war, and noted especially their gratitude toward the American Red Cross in the service. In the speakers stand. Sir Rennel Rodd, British Ambassador, wearing silk hat, H.R.H. Duke of Connaught with the British Ambassador at the left. Back of him, Henry P. Davidson, Chairman of the War Council, in silk hat and Col. Perkins, American Red Cross Commissioner. Mr. Marconi can be seen in Naval Officers uniform. (Italian) At the extreme right in uniform is Colonel County Appolloni, Liason officer of the Italian Gov. with the American Red Cross
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Date Taken: 1918. - Photographer: Underwood & Underwood
Ceremonies - War Activities
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1917 - 1918
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The U.S. National Archives
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