One Hundred Years Ago at Camp Hancock

Soldiers cutting firewood with a two-man saw while an officer looks on

"Fire Wood" undated

The winter of 1917-1918 was unusually cold in Georgia and the men had to cut firewood to keep warm. They were equipped with a Sibley stove, specially designed for use in their pyramid tents, but they were still chilled at night. They may have looked forward to the warmth of vigorous exercise during the daytime.