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LC-USZC4-10986

<p>LC-USZC4-10986:&nbsp; When the British liner Lusitania was sunk in May 1915, 128 American passengers lost their lives. In total, 1,198 perished in the u-boat attack.</p>
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Caption: When the British liner Lusitania was sunk in May 1915, 128 American passengers lost their lives. In total, 1,198 perished in the u-boat attack. This attack was followed by the sinking of the French steamer Sussex in March 1916. Irishmen - Avenge the Lusitania. Join an Irish Regiment To-day / W.E.T. ; John Shuley & Co., Dublin. Courtesy of the Library of Congress.
Description: WWI - Recruiting Poster: Irishmen - Avenge the Lusitania. Join an Irish Regiment To-day.
Accession #: LC-USZC4-10986
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  • World War I 1917-1918
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