Access to this collection is generously supported by Arcadia funds. A crowd of thousands--men, women, and children--listen to a woman speak at a podium in the distance. The stage she is on is decorated in a patriotic theme, inspired by the American flag. Behind her, dozens of men sit on the same stage. Further back, behind a copse of trees is a building. This event was both an Armistice Day service and a rally for the decreased financial capitalization of warfare. Related to article, "War Profits Criticized: Law for Universal Service Urged as 5000 Hear Talks at Military Home." Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 1935. Related to photograph spread, "Nation Pays Reverent Tribute to Memory of War Heroes on Armistice Day." Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 1935] Text from nitrate negative sleeve: 2578--Armistice Day Services, Sawtelle, 1935 [Stamped: DEC 20 1935]
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