Elvis Enters the Army 3-24-58, Negative Trims (1958, Frank Koza Collection)

“Elvis Enters the Army 3-24-58, Negative Trims“ (1958, Frank Koza Collection, 16mm, B&W negative, sound) Singer Elvis Presley is processed into the Army on March 24, 1958 at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas. He talks to reporters, fills out paperwork, and gets a physical examination. Elvis’ parents, Vernon and Gladys Presley, are seen briefly, looking dour. The day was dubbed “black Monday“ for his fans by the press. The singer entered regular Army service as a private, rather than joining Special Services, in whic