9th Infantry Boys' Morning Wash (1898 Original Black & White Film)

Step back in time with this captivating black and white film from 1898! Picture forty or fifty soldier boys, each with a pail of water before them, engaging in a lively washing session. With soap, towels, and plenty of enthusiasm, they scrub away with gusto, enjoying both the wash and the novelty of being captured on film. Amidst the flurry of activity, the big fellow at the center of the scene laughs heartily, adding to the jovial atmosphere. Witness this true-to-life snapshot of soldiers at their daily routine, brought to you from the past.

Source :
Paley, W. D., Thomas A. Edison, I. & Paper Print Collection. (1898) 9th Infantry boys' morning wash. United States: Edison Manufacturing Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/98500974