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Registration of Enemy Aliens
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Unnaturalized Germans registering as "enemy aliens" at the New York Federal Building. Registration was necessary for them to be able to travel within the various armory districts in New York City.
May 23, 1917
American Press Association
Publication Information
| Creator | American Press Association |
|---|---|
| Date Created | May 23, 1917 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 18 x 24 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | World War I news agency photographs, 1914-1918 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | PH 2506 Folder 6D |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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