Urbana Illinois University Of Illinois Field Strauchs Cadets And Band Real Photo Postcard

This postcard depicts a large marching band leading uniformed troops or cadets across an open field during what appears to be a public drill or parade. Such meticulously coordinated displays, featuring musical accompaniment and precise formations, were characteristic of civic and military life in the early 20th century, particularly from the 1900s through the 1920s. The distinct uniforms, including the dark jackets and light trousers of the band members, indicate a formal occasion designed for public viewing.