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Historic Military Activities

Historical images documenting military activities during World War I, including training camps, transportation efforts, and reconnaissance of war-torn areas.

Captain Mills Kitchen of the US Army and Sergeant Major Madden of the British Army demonstrating the use of the bayonet short point number 10. This photograph was taken in 1919 and shows both individuals showcasing the bayonet techniques taught by their respective armies.
Captain Mills Kitchen of the US Army and Sergeant Major Madden of the British Army demonstrating the use of the bayonet short point number 10. This photograph was taken in 1919 and shows both individuals showcasing the bayonet techniques taught by their respective armies.
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This photograph, taken on October 18, 1918, shows a bombing practice at Ellington Field in Houston, Texas. The target in the picture has a diameter of 150 feet. The photograph was passed by the M.I.D. censor on December 13, 1918. Note: The activity is unidentified.
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Soldiers from the 35th Division of the American Military are seen lined up, observing a German police dog swimming after sticks. The photograph was taken near Amphersback, in Alsace, Germany, on August 22, 1918. This image was approved by the A.E.F. censor, though the date of approval was not provided.
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Lieutenant Stone from the S.R.C. organization is photographed. The image depicts Battery "C" of the 130th Field Artillery, previously known as the 1st Regiment of F.A. Kansas National Guard, situated across the River Aire in Varennes, France. The photograph was released by A.E.F. Censor, however, the exact date is unspecified.
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Soldiers participating in signal corps training at the Aviation School in Ellington Field, Houston, Texas. They are shown erecting field radios for official use. The photograph was taken on June 6, 1918.
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Drawing by official American artist Captain J. Andre Smith depicting soldiers at Romarant during World War One. This photograph is numbered 111-SC-42953 and was taken by S.C.Lab. It was received and described on 3-1-19. Associated notes reference it as Issued Sember Mc and D48933.
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Camp Ancona in Bassens, Gironde, France, captured in this photograph taken by Subiect Sgt. Morris. The photo was received on April 8, 1919. Taken on January 18, 1919, the image shows a general view of the camp, which exhibits military activities during World War I.
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A field wireless station is shown and ready for use during World War One. The photograph, taken in 1918 by CO 1918, depicts the equipment and setup of the station. The photograph's reference number is 111-SC-3926 NUNDER 3926 PHOTOGRAPHER, with the description and notes specified as "FIELD WIRELESS STATION READY FOR USE."
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Image Caption: "1918 Artillery at Barrage Fire Practice, Camp Kearney, San Diego, California - 40th Division. Soldiers setting up a barrage on the road during training. Photograph taken by E. Carl Wallen, International Film Service. Released by the War Office on February 21, 1918. Official use only - Laboratory Notes: 94966."
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Pvt. Latilas and Pvt. Gullaton, members of the 26th Division, were fishing in a lake on September 2, 1918. They were later ordered by Pvt. Prune from Co. "B" Military Police to take cover due to the presence of enemy aeroplane observers. This photograph was taken by Pvt. J.M. Liles and approved by the A.E.F. censor.
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A captive balloon with cables is pictured in this image from the collection of American military activities during World War One. The photograph, labeled 111-SC-3162, depicts a scene from aviation operations in the U.S. The balloon is being held in place with cables.
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Aerial photograph taken on 30th August 1917 in South Morval, during World War One. The image shows military activities in the area.
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An etching by Jacques-Philippe Le Bas from 1775 showing a rider on horseback positioned in front of a tavern.
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Kanon op fort Mex in Alexandrië; Fort Mex. 9 in. m. l. r. Wrecked by gun cotton. .
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An American officer is seen inspecting the first trench in the American sector on the French front. This photograph was taken on January 20, 1918, the day the US troops went on duty in the front line trench. The photograph was released by W.O. D. to the Photo Division on March 1, 1918.
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Arsenal bond temperature , Armories, Ordnance industry, War bonds & funds, Watertown Arsenal Mass.. Records of U.S. Army Operational
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View of a military tent camp in France, Anonymous, 1884 photograph Part of album of a French amateur photographer with recordings of family, soldiers, industry, landscapes and sights in France. France photographic support albumen print (military) camp with tents France
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War Graves and Paris, Anonymous, 1940 - 1945 photograph Album magazine with five photos of German war graves and the streets of Paris. Part of the photo album 'KriegSerinnerungen' 1940-1945. France cardboard. photographic support gelatin silver print devastated, ruined place or city (~ warfare). troop movements, transportation. grave, tomb France. Paris
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Description: Tribesmen lining route. Location: Borneo Date: 1922 asia, malaysia, borneo, sabah, asiathroughalens
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Encampment of the Kandahar army, under General Nott, outside the walls of Caubul, on the evacuation of Afghaunistaun by the British. Rattray, James, 1818-1854. 1848. Prints. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Art & Architecture Collection. Afghanistan , Description and travel, Afghan Wars, Soldiers , British , Afghanistan
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Description: Making Leather Thongs (Riempies). James Walton. Location: Basutoland Description: Boys at an Initiation School. James Walton. Location: Basutoland Description: Herdboys returning home with their cattle. Mons Baker. Location: Basutoland Description: Basutoland Today. Location: Basutoland, Basutoland Description: The Paramount Chief and Her Advisers. Cyril Browne. Location: Basutoland Description: Matsieng - Headquarters of the Paramount Chief. Alwyn Bisschoff. Location: Matsieng, Basutoland Description: Soil Erosion - A Donga. Les Ramsden. Location: Basutoland Description: Koro Koro Dam. Alwyn Bisschoff. Location: Basutoland Description: Contour Ridges. Alwyn Bisschoff. Location: Basutoland Description: Basutoland Mounted Police. Mons Baker. Location: Basutoland Description: The Resident Commissioner, Mr. A.G.T Chaplin, C.M.G., Inspecting Mounted Escort. Mons Baker. Location: Basutoland Description: Off Duty. Mons Baker. Location: Basutoland Description: A B.M.P. Drummer. M