John F. Whitby served in France during World War I.  He is pictured here after the armistice of November 11, 1918.  In the picture with him are five soldier buddies and a woman who is referred to on the back as one of the “Lorraine girls.” The pen points to Uncle John at age 25.

this picture shows Uncle John second from left.  He is pictured with three other US soldiers and one German Soldier (2nd from right).

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Uncle John on left with three Army buddies: writing on back tells the reader :Chester Gover (painter), Edwin Echin (plow manufacturing), and Frank Harevy (lawyer).  Whitby lists himself as having no profession.  This is from March 23, 1919.

John served in St. Mihiel–a battle that was led by Gen. Pershing from 12-15 Sept. 1918

John fought in the Battle of the Argonne forest from 26 Sept 1918 to 11 Nov. 1918.  This battle ended the war (known as 100 Days Offeensive)

All three pictures were take in Moulins France.

John F. Whitby’s Application for War Service Compensation (he eventually was paid $10 a month for 15 months of service).  $150.  How often was he paid this or was it a one-time amount?