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Bowels? Too many captives detain the Germans viewed by observer
More than 300 German prisoners including six officers were held in an orchard behind an American headquarters after being captured by a regiment famed for valor. The group included Prussians and privates who displayed a mix of cringing and swagger, with many believing Americans would kill them. The scene illustrated German mistrust, propaganda influence, and the humane treatment by American troops as prisoners received food and medical care while unsure about the war’s progress.
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Washington Post
New York
Hernald
France
Bois de Pelleau
Uvity
Bain
Bellean
Germany
Smail
Toubollin
London
Belgium
United States
New York City
Philadelphia
American
England
Red Cross
Gressing
Uast
Pat Donohue
Donohue
Earler
Bouresches
Belleau
Boston
Europe
Pat Bdonohue
Ort Bi