Lines form for French mobilization at Gare de Lyon train station in Paris. The official order was given at 4 pm on Saturday, August 1st, beginning the initial call-up of a million men for the French Army. Below: Near the Front, enthusiastic French troops exit their trains prior to marching off to thwart the German invaders. |
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