On July 4, 1905, 120 years ago today, my paternal grandfather Louis landed in Boston, having escaped from Russia. Six weeks later he enlisted in the United States Army, joining the 23rd Infantry Regiment. Louis served two 3 year enlistments, being discharged with the rank of sergeant and gaining his U.S. citizenship about which he was very proud.
Happy birthday, America.
The photo below is the only one we have from his military days. Louis is on the far left. You can read more about Louis here.
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