South Bend Indiana Lake Shore And Michigan Southern Railroad Depot Soldiers World War 1 1917 Real Photo Postcard

The postcard, dated October 21, 1917, captures a dense crowd gathered around a passenger train at what appears to be a busy railway station. The large public assembly, with individuals pressing close to the train cars, strongly suggests a significant wartime event, such as a troop deployment or an emotional farewell for departing soldiers, against the backdrop of industrial activity.