Learning the Ropes: 1942
October 1942. "High school Victory Corps. In true commando style, this young student at Flushing High School, Queens, New York, is learning to take care of himself no matter what the circumstances may be. High cliffs and walls won't stop him when he is old enough to serve in the armed forces." Medium format negative by William Perlitch for the Office of War Information. View full size.
October 1942. "High school Victory Corps. Learning the rudiments of advancing on an enemy will prove valuable to these boys if they are called to join their older brothers in the armed forces. This is part of the 'commando' training given in physical education courses at Flushing High School, Queens, New York." Photo by William Perlitch for the Office of War Information. View full size.
October 1942. “High school Victory Corps. The ‘fireman’s carry.’ Method of carrying a wounded comrade is shown here by boys in the ‘commando’ course of the physical education program at Flushing High School, Queens, New York.” Photo by William Perlitch for the Office of War Information. View full size.
