Access to this collection is generously supported by Arcadia funds. Related to photograph spread, "Nation Pays Reverent Tribute to Memory of War Heroes on Armistice Day" [Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 1935] Bert Mann, dressed in a three-piece suit, stands at a podium speaking into multiple microphones. He wears a military cap adorned in medals and has his hands in his jacket pockets. The stage, with decor inspired by the American flag, is surrounded by shrubbery. In the background, large trees and a multi-story building with a balcony can be seen. This event in Sawtelle, Los Angeles, was both an Armistice Day service and a rally for decreased war profiteering. For his speech, Mann spoke about suppressing subversive activities--most likely socialist ideals and anti-draft protests--in public schools. Related to article, "War Profits Criticized: Law for Universal Service Urged as 5000 Hear Talks at Military Home" [Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 1935] Text from newspaper caption: Bert Mann, Commander of the Fourth Area, American Legion, chief speaker at Sawtelle ceremonies. ["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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