Historical information

Three of the six Hoffman children, Frederick, Alfred and William all served in WWI; Frederick was KIA 26 June 1918 in France

Significance

The Hoffman men all went to war in WWI and only two returned, Frederick was KIA in 1918. The picture of the three boy taken before embarking for duty in WW1

Physical description

Wooden framed family picture of the Hoffman brothers.

Inscriptions & markings

written at the foot of the picture the word, "Frederick, Alfred & William Hoffman / taken prior to leaving overseas for WWI."
On reverse side manufacturer's catalog sticker annotated with'108BALTIC / 13X18CM / PLU7531