Original printed recruiting broadside dated January 31, 1901, boldly headed “WANTED! For the United States Army, Able-Bodied Men of Good Character.” Issued in the aftermath of the Spanish-American War and during the Philippine–American conflict, the poster details enlistment qualifications and benefits for new recruits. Applicants were required to be between 18 and 35 years old, “of good character and habits, able-bodied, and free from disease,” with a three-year term of service. The text further promises rations, clothing, and medical attendance in addition to pay, and highlights opportunities for advancement to noncommissioned ranks.
Completed in manuscript for enlistments in the Infantry for service in the Philippines, and signed at bottom by Lt. John B. Sturtevant, 15th Infantry, with recruiting office listed at the “Opera House Block.”
Measures 9” x 11.5”. It has light age toning, scattered creases, and small edge chips; overall fine condition and well-preserved.
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