American silent film. Compilation of films from the Department of Defense. Content description on the NARA record : "Summary: Reel 1, Pres. Wilson, Vice Pres. Marshall, Sen. Saulsbury, Rep. Champ Clark, and Sec. of the Navy Daniels draw draft numbers in Washington, D.C. The numbers are posted on bulletin boards in Herald Square, New York City. Gen. Enoch H. Crowder works on a questionnaire for prospective draftees. A typical candidate fills his out. Theodore Roosevelt views a parade In New York City. Draftees arrive at a receiving station, are fed, receive bedding. Military police round up dra
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