This film footage, presented by LifeLine, shows the activities of the Order of Lafayette Freedom Award Dinner held December 3, 1962, at the Americana Hotel in New York, NY to honor distinguished leadership in combating Communism. Representatives from the New York County American Legion, National Legion of Greek-American War Veterans, Polish-American Patriotic Society, The Society of American Wars, and the Catholic War Veterans were present. Also present were Katharine St. George, Rear Admiral John J. Bergen, U.S. Senator John L. McClellan, and broadcaster Fulton Lewis, Jr. President General of the Order of Lafayette, Hamilton Fish, presided over the ceremony. Presenters and award recipients included Princess Diana Eristavi, Anna Chennault (widow of the Flying Tigers Commander Claire L. Chennault), James H.R. Cromwell, former Governor of New Jersey Charles Edison, Captain Eddie Rickenbacker, Major General Hugh J. Casey, Ambassador Spruille Braden, Colonel Alvin M. Owsley (00:7:37-00:8:31), General Robert E. Condon, and M.L. Hunt.

Photograph of siblings Alvin Jr. and Constance Owsley in front of St Mark's Basilica. The two children are surrounded by pigeons and each holds one in their hands. They are both dressed in dark coats and look at the camera.

Photograph of Alvin Owsley and his son, Alvin Owsley Jr., in Queen Marie of Rumania’s box at the riding academy near Cotroceni, Romania. Queen Marie can be seen sitting in the box and smiling. Owsley stands nearby and smiles at the queen.

First of 5 reels documenting the activities of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I, with footage featuring shots of European soldiers fighting and the entrance of the United States into the war with soldiers being drafted and trained. It also includes cartoons by famous A.E.F. artist Wally.

Second of 5 reels documenting the activities of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I with footage of American soldiers on various assignments in Europe, particularly the Meuse-Argonne battle.

Third of 5 reels documenting the activities of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I with footage of U.S. soldiers at camps and during battles at various locations in Europe, including the Saint-Mihiel Offensive.

Fourth of 5 reels documenting the activities of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I, including footage of U.S. soldiers in France and the start of the Meuse-Argonne Offensive.

Fifth of 5 reels documenting the activities of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I including general footage of U.S. soldiers in Europe as well as troops celebrating news of the November 11 cease-fire, and Joffre, Foch, Pershing, French, and other generals shaking hands.

Photograph of the American Legation in Bucharest, Romania at the time of Alvin M. Owsley's ambassadorship. An automobile can be seen driving past the building. The ground appears to be covered in snow.

Photograph of the American Legation in Bucharest, Romania at the time of Alvin M. Owsley's ambassadorship. The ground and the building appear to be covered in snow.

Photograph of a bedroom in the diplomatic residence. The bedroom contains two beds, a dresser, two chairs, and a small table. The room has two windows that can be seen.

Photograph of the Bran Castle in Bran, Romania. The castle can be seen in the distance on a hill. A small road with houses alongside it is visible.

Photograph of an illustration of two buildings in Sinaia, Romania. A mountain and forest trees can be seen behind the buildings.

Photograph of a bookshelf for Alvin Mansfield Owsley's diplomatic residence. The bookshelf has a landscape painted on the side and the front of the drawer. A leaf design is painted on the front edges of the shelf.

Photograph of housewares for the diplomatic residence in Romania. The housewares include cups, saucers, teapot, creamer, sugar, and a serving bowl. The housewares belong to a matching set.

Photograph of housewares for the diplomatic residence in Romania. The housewares include plates and serving pieces. The housewares belong to a matching set.

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Photograph of a painting of the interior of the wooden church of Bogdan Vodă in Romania.

Home film footage of two children playing outside wearing swimsuits.

Home movie footage of children wearing costumes and playing with their parents.

Home movie footage of children dressed in Native American costumes and playing in a sandbox.

Home movie footage of children posing in front of landmarks in Chicago's Lincoln Park, including the John Peter Altgeld Monument, the Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Monument, and the Elks National Memorial Headquarters building.

Home movie footage of children playing with their parents and nanny.

Film of a visit to the Warwick Castle in Warwick, England. Scenes around and amongst the castle are visible.