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The history of New York State and our country is a living history. Help commemorate the centennial of the United States’ entry into World War I by sharing your relatives’ stories, sending in photographs of the World War I monuments and plaques in your community, and submitting events happening in your community.
Honoring Bravery and Sacrifice
View a list of New Yorkers who were awarded the Medal of Honor for their service in World War I.
Units Mobilized During WWI
Called “The Rainbow Division,” the 42nd was composed of troops from 26 states and the District of Columbia.
The 77th Division comprised draftees, who were mostly from New York City. The Division trained at Camp Upton in Yaphank, on Long Island.
Adjutant General of New York
Major General Anthony German
Chair, Commissioner, Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Director of the Division of Veterans’ Affairs
Eric J. Hesse
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