On Wednesday a body of American troops, carrying their national
flag, marched through the WestEnd of London and were inspected by the King in front of Buckingham Palace. For the multitudes who welcomed them enthusiastically it was the most thrilling spectacle that London has had since the outbreak of war. The least reflective spectator could not but feel the tremendous significance of that historic parade. Those armed Americans, who marched so well, represented the mighty Republic across the seas which, for sheer love of humanity, has cast in her lot with ours in the fight against German despotism. They were a living proof of the wonderful reunion that has been effected by the war between England and the people of her first Colonies. They were a symbol not only of certain victory, but also of a lasting peace, for the Allies with America are irresistible.
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