World War I

THIS WEEK IN INDIANAPOLIS

Nov 11, 2021

Dead Remembered in Fitting Service

From The Indianapolis News, Friday, November 11, 1921: Indianapolis commemorated the anniversary of Armistice Day in speech and ceremony...

Nov 3, 2021

Foch Given Real Hoosier Welcome

From The Indianapolis Times, Friday, November 4, 1921: A great parade with long lines of marching men, regular soldiers, national...

Jul 26, 2021

Assert Entire Plaza Project is Endangered

From The Indianapolis Star, Wednesday, July 27, 1921: The proposed World War memorial plaza project is endangered unless Indianapolis...

Jul 13, 2021

Bastille Day to Be Legion Post Feature

From The Indianapolis News, Thursday, July 14, 1921: A French fete honoring Bastille Day will be given at Ellenberger Park by Irvington...

May 11, 2021

Indianapolis Institutions Keep 'Open House' in Celebration of National Hospital Day

From The Indianapolis News, Thursday, May 12, 1921: The first National Hospital Day was observed today throughout the United States and...

Jun 4, 2020

Community Chest Plan is Approved

From The Indianapolis News, Friday, June 4, 1920: The plan for the Community Chest of Indianapolis was approved by delegates from...

Mar 29, 2020

Indiana Offers Welcome Hand to Legionaries

From The Indianapolis Star, Tuesday, March 30, 1920: An enthusiastic gathering last night at Tomlinson Hall of legionaries and citizens...

Feb 19, 2020

382 On County Gold Star Roll

From The Indianapolis Star, Thursday, February 19, 1920: The Gold Star Roll of Honor for Marion County has been compiled for the...