Historical Military Engagements

Photos showing World War I military activities, including officers with troops, structures, and equipment, capturing moments of the historic conflict.

American soldier serving as a photographer, Lt. Sears, captures image number H at the railhead in Nancois Tronville, France during World War I. The photo was taken on November 40, 1918, and is part of a larger series (37686). The image captures military activities in the area.

German and Austrian prisoners can be seen on board the U.S.A.T Mt. Vernon, which was docked at the Port of Embarkation, Fort Mason, California. The photograph was taken in April 1920 and was part of a collection documenting American military activities during World War One.

Soldiers from the 22nd Battalion of Engineers are seen in this photograph drawing clothing at Camp Merritt, N.J., before sailing to France on July 26, 1918. The image was taken by Lt. William Fox and was issued by the M.I.B. censor on August 23, 1918.

A drawing made by Capt. J. Andre Smith, E.R.C (in color) illustrating wagons and tents at Menil-la-Tour during World War One. This image was assigned the number 15543 and is marked as received on August 10, 1918. It was issued with censorship and clearance by the A.E.F. Censor.

This is a photograph of President arriving at the Port of Dover, England on H.M. Ambulance Transport, Brighton. The picture was taken on February 5, 1919, and was issued on December 26, 1918. The photograph shows Lt. E.N. Jackson, S.C. present at the scene.

Image shows a dugout used as the 181st Brigade P.C. at Rendezvous de Chasse, located 2 kilometers northwest of Bertrame Farm on the Avocourt road in Meuse, France. The photo features Sergeant 1st Class J.T. Seabrook, S.C. Date of photograph: April 8, 1919. Photograph released on February 15, 1919.

"General Bragg's Battery at Missionary Ridge in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This location is notable as the place where General Bragg retreated from Look-Out Mountain during World War One. Photograph taken on May 5, 1919, by Photographer SGT. MC GARRIGLE. Recorded as Photograph 45563, with Issue Take number A 5-349."

Refugees returning home in the Bois de Belier, Ardennes, France, after German retreat during World War I. This photograph was taken on January 23, 1919, by Pvt. Brotherhood, S.C. and passed by the A.E.P. censor. The image is numbered 35354 in a collection of American military activities during the war.

Soldiers of the 80th Division training horses at Camp Lee, Virginia in June 1918.

Humber A camp at Camp Lewis, American Lake, Washington, shown in a photograph taken on February 5, 1918. The image features National Army musicians in the camp. This photograph was taken by Lieutenant E.N. Jackson of the 31st General Replacement Company. It was released by the War Office Department to the Photo Division, Signal Corps, Army Expeditionary Forces. It is labeled as "4608" in the laboratory notes.

A high-side gondola numbered 12309, seen from a three-quarter view, at Camp Pullman in France. The gondola is associated with the 21st Grand Division of the Transportation Corps. The photograph was taken on June 22, 1918, and received on July 15, 1919. The description mentions the symbolism of the E mark and the note states it was issued on 3-0000.

American military artist in France captures German shelters and positions on the slope of Hill 204 along the Paris-Metz road. The photograph features a dugout functioning as a telephone station. The drawing was made by Captain Andre Smith of the Engineer Corps and passed by the M.I.D. censor on November 30, 1918.

Caption: "Lieutenant William Fox from B Company of the 6th Infantry, 5th Division, prepares the first hot meal in several days for the soldiers near Mantillois, Meuse, France. This photo was taken on October 22, 1918, and received on December 19, 1918. It was approved by the A.E.P. Censor on December 24, 1918."

Image showing Sgt. Abbott, a soldier in the American military during World War One, taken on December 20, 1918. The photograph was taken at the Original Artillery School located in Is sur Tille, Cote D'Or, France.

An image showing the inflation of a balloon at the Balloon Detachment headquarters in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Taken on May 21, 1918 by photographer Reed. The photograph showcases the use of cylinder gas trucks during the inflation process. This image is marked for official use only with the reference number 021214 G-XIY.

Breguet bombing plane of the 96th Aero Squadron, the flagship of the first American bombing expedition to cross German lines. Machine piloted by Major Brown, who is now a captive in Germany. This photograph was held by the A.E.F. censor and is for official use only. It was taken by Corp. A. Lubatty on August 27, 1918, and is located at the Aviation Section, 1st Air Depot in Amanty, France.

Captain Ernest Peixotto of the Signal Corps took this photograph on November 4, 1918. The image showcases the village of Cierges and the lower slopes of Hill 230. The 32nd Division captured the village and continued its advance up the hill. Bellevue Parm can be seen on the left of the hill-top. This location witnessed intense fighting, particularly around the church and the quarries. Captain Peixotto drew this image, which was later approved by the M.I.D. censor on November 30, 1918.

Pvt. J. A. Schlick of the Signal Corps is seen in this photograph taken on April 30, 1918 in Langres, France. The image shows a basket filled with pigeons, which were used in communication during World War One. The photograph was censored and released by the M.I.B. Censor on June 14, 1918, with the identification number 1234-3.

Soldiers at the Caserne Maurice de Saxe in Blois, Loire et Cher, France. Pvt. W.J. Beach pictured. Image taken in December 1918 and received on February 1, 1919.

A view of the stern deck of the U.S.S. Leviathan, showing life boats and life rafts. The photograph was taken on August 3, 1918, by Lt. William Fox of the Signal Corps. It was received on August 22, 1918, and taken in Hoboken, New Jersey. This image should not be published and is for official use only.

Aerial view of Fort Sill, Oklahoma. The photograph, taken on February 20, 1918, shows the completed camouflaging of the North battery. The image is part of the collection titled "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One."

Caption: Cpl. Lubbe participates in a balloon flight from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia on October 17, 1918, as part of efforts to promote the 4th Liberty Loan during World War I. The photo shows a test balloon being released for meteorological purposes. Censored and released by M.I.D. censor on October 30, 1918.

The 77th Division of the American Military parades on 5th Avenue in New York City. The infantry is seen marching in a new formation at the intersection of 5th Avenue and 41st Street. This photograph was taken on September 12, 1919, by Sergeant McGarriole of the S.C. The description mentions the issuance of a symbol and indicates that the photo was taken on May 9, 1919. There are additional notes marked as 53196 and 34044 SEMALEIMAAN.

Canal de St. Quentin, near Bellicourt, Aisne, France. Lt. E.N. Jackson captured this photograph on October 10, 1918, looking northeast from the Hindenburg line. The 27th Division faced intense machine gun fire at this location. After the American soldiers passed by, German soldiers emerged from a tunnel and attacked them from behind. The authenticity of the photograph was confirmed by the A.E.P. censor, but no date of issue was provided.

Soldiers boarding a boat at Alpine Landing, New Jersey, on July 30, 1918, en route to France during World War I. The photo was taken by Lt. William Fox, Signal Corps, and received on August 22, 1918. It was censored and released by the M.I.B. Censor on August 23, 1918.

"Post headquarters at Wilbur Wright Aviation Field in Fairfield, Ohio. The photo, taken by Corp.J.O.McDonnell, shows the building and surrounding area. The description number indicates the specific location. The photograph was received from the Commanding Officer on July 11, 1918, and records indicate that it was issued on May 23, 1918."

Image: Company Barracks, U.S. Army Balloon School, Arcadia, California, 1918. The photograph showcases the barracks used by the soldiers at the balloon school during World War One. The image reference code is 111-SC-27654, and the photographer is identified as RECO. The location is marked as Arcadia, California, and the description reflects the role of the facility as a U.S. Army Balloon School.

An officer inspecting the Marlin guns at the Armorers' School in Wilbur Wright Field, Fairfield, Ohio. The guns have been laid out on the counter in the Marlin Armory for inspection purposes. The photograph was taken on either July 25, 1918, or June 1, 1918, as per the documentation received from Wilbur Wright Aviation Field.

A motor transport train during World War One camouflaged with tree branches to hide from enemy planes. Official war drawing by American military artist J. Andre Smith. This image was taken in 1918 as part of Signal Corps activities.

Medals and cups are presented to the winners of the Army National School Essay Contest in Washington, D.C. Pictured from left to right are: General March, Miss Marjorie Sheets (2nd Prize), Donald L. Campbell (1st Prize), Secretary Baker, Bettie B. Eason (3rd Prize), and Adjutant General Harris. This photograph was taken on May 5, 1920.

Scene at Motor Reception Park in Romorantin, France. The photo, taken in March 1919, depicts American military activities during World War One. The image was captured by a photographer from the Signal Corps. The photo is labeled with the official symbol UNSER 67547 111-59 RECO2-19-1921. More information can be found at www.ver.gov.

Soldiers at Camp Joseph E. Johnston in Jacksonville, Florida, conducting a principle distribution outside of Plant Number 62,263. The photograph was taken on September 24, 1919 by photographer S.C. The image showcases the activities at the camp during World War One.

Aerial view of the trench system in Bois Guillaume during World War I. This photograph, numbered 1636 and taken in 1918, showcases the complex network of trenches that were used by the military. The image was captured by a photographer from the Signal Corps and was registered on March 10, 1921.

Private Edward R. Trabold, a soldier from the Signal Corps, took this photograph on May 9, 1918, in Roquencourt, France. The image shows the top of a destroyed church. The photograph was censored and released by the M.I.B. Censor on June 28, 1918. H.res. notes on the photograph are 8/3073.

American soldiers preparing a machine for its inaugural flight at the Acceptance Field in Detroit, Michigan, in 1918. The photograph was taken by Corporal Palumbo and bears the symbol A. It was assigned the number 998VV993 and belongs to the collection of SC photographs documenting American military activities during World War I.

This photograph depicts the aftermath of the Germans blowing out a bridge during their retreat from Vaux Andigny, Aisne on October 17, 1918. The bridge, located in the district of Souplet and Vaux-Andigny, Aisne, France, was heavily damaged as shown in the image. The photograph was released by the A.E.P. Censor and is dated January 7, 1919.

Panorama view of the devastated village of Dinant, France during World War One. The photo was taken by a photographer with the identifier "RECO 5-12-194" on May 12, 194. The description number is "59756" and it was issued with the European Union symbol.

A soldier demonstrates the firing technique of a French Chauchat Machine Rifle from the hip in December 1917. This image, coded as 111-SC-21295, was captured by an official photographer belonging to the Ordnance and Special Equipment division of the U.S.A. Do not publish or share. Official notes suggest a warning against sharing this information.

The 332nd Infantry can be seen marching through Cormons, Italy during World War I. This photograph was taken on November 13, 1918 by Sergeant A. Moscioni, S.C. It is assigned the reference number 111-SC-39111 in the collection of American Military Activities during the war.

Result of photographic contest between 9th and 88th Aero Squadrons on April 18, 1919. The 9th Squadron emerged as the winner with a total flying time of 54.23 minutes. They made four exposures and developed four plates. The best negative was lettered and 25 prints were made within a time of 13 minutes and 30 seconds. The contest took place at Treves Airdrome.

A small crane is seen swinging a 400 m/m shell from an ammunition car onto a loading pan. This activity took place in the 53rd Coast Artillery Corps, Batteries A & C, North of Mailly, France on May 15, 1918. The photograph was taken by Sgt. A. C. Duff on this date and was later censored and released by M.I.B. Censor on June 21, 1918.

Caption: Photograph taken from a height of 1,500 ft. shows Captain Roger B. Whitman of the Signal Corps conducting an inspection at Fort Sill, Oklahoma in January 1918. Some companies are still in close formation while one company is beginning to take intervals. This image is not for publication and is intended for official use only.

1916: This photograph shows a 75 mm gun carriage, Model of 1916, with the gun in the 0% elevation position and extreme right traverse. This type of gun carriage was used during World War I by the American military. The photograph was taken on October 2, 1917.

Sgt.1st cl.J. T. Seabrook from S. C is captured in this photograph taken on 3-1-19 at the 2nd Army Machine Gun and Small Arms Center in Void, Meuse, France. The image shows Sgt. Seabrook with CPL. W. J.PAY in the stock room. The description is numbered 12-1248.

German doctors and a nurse in the foreground at Auditorium Hall of College in St. Joseph. This photograph was taken on December 2, 1918, during the 7th Army Corps' activities in Virton, Belgium.

Fuselage of an aircraft at Love Field, Dallas, Texas. The seating arrangement is visible. This photograph was taken on June 18, 1918 and received from the D.M.A. It is not meant for publication, only for official use. Additional notes indicate the identification number as 111-SC-28869 and the photographer as Dec. 6, 1918.

A lighter carrying stevedores in Brest, France on May 2, 1918. This photograph was taken by Pvt.C.D. Donnelly and is part of the collection titled "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One". Please note that this image is not intended for public use. Issued notes: 134-35.

by Pvt. Berhens. The photo depicts German dugouts in Cheppy, Meuse, France. These dugouts served as the German headquarters in a heavily fortified position. This image was taken on December 21, 1918, and was drawn by Capt. Peixotto, an official American military artist.

U.S. Naval Training Station, San Francisco, California, taken on October 5, 1918. Navy Department photographer Reed captured this image, labeled as number 43745. No further information is provided about the photograph.

Soldiers observe as an Austrian artillery gun is being transported on a railway platform in Cormons, Italy. The photograph was taken by S.C. Moscioni on November 13th, 1918. This image is part of the collection "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One" and has the reference number 111-SC-39119.

A drawing by American military artist Captain Ernest Peixotto depicting Boundary Bridge over the Sure River in Echternach, Luxembourg. The drawing was created during World War One and shows an important crossing point used by American troops. This image was taken by a military photographer on March 27, 1919.

A soldier tests gun shield plates by shooting at them with regulation army ammunition and rifle. The photograph was taken on November 29, 1918 by Pvt. R. W. Young. The gun shield plates were produced by Henry Disston and Sons in Philadelphia, PA. The image was passed by the M.I.D. censor on December 2, 1918.

American troops capturing the Number Sergy during World War I. This photo was taken by Sgt. Warolin and received on December 18, 1918. The drawing by Capt. W. Morgan shows the aftermath of the capture. It was released by the A.E.F. Censor on December 23, 1918.

American infantrymen and machine gunners are seen advancing through a destroyed village in this photograph captured by the Signal Corps Photo Lab. The image depicts the soldiers moving towards new positions during World War One. This scene is represented in a drawing by Captain Harvey Dunn.

"Interior view of an ammunition train at Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland, taken in 1918. The photograph shows various issued symbols and equipment used during World War One."

Photograph by Alexander Hauger depicting Hängeldatte firm, part of 'Bord scenes' series from the K.U.K. District Navy, printed as heliogravure in 1893.

Image: The photograph depicts a bustling scene at a post commissary during World War One. Soldiers and personnel can be seen going about their tasks, while supplies and rations are being distributed. This image was taken on March 10, 1921, and was captured by photographer Sunber (64122), a member of the Signal Corps.

Ground Panorama Of Duren, Germany Was Taken Shortly After Its Capture By 1St Army Troops On 25 Feb. 1945 From The Only Tower Left Standing In The City. Last Year On 16 Nov 1944, A Hugh Tactical Effort Was Mounted By 8Th Air force And RAF Strategic Bombers In An

Cpl. K. Polk, a soldier from Headquarters Troop, 77th Division, is seen riding along dummy German Railway tracks that were destroyed by artillery. This photograph was taken near Abri Du Crochet, in the Argonne Forest of France, where Major General Robert Alexander's Headquarters were located. (Caption based on available information)

Etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki from 1786 showing Brandenburg war scenes in book illustration format, depicting soldiers and military events.

Construction of docks at Brest by the U.S. Engineers. This photograph, taken on November 24, 1918, depicts Sergeant Warolin, S.C. The image was drawn by Captain W. J. Duncan, S.R.C. in Vincennes, Seine, France. It has been released by the A.E.F. Censor on December 23, 1918.

Transports at Alexandria removing troops. Morgan collection of Civil War drawings. Vanderbilt (Steamship), 1860-1870, John Brooks (Steamer), 1860-1870, Soldiers, Union, 1860-1870, Troop movements, Union, 1860-1870, Ships, 1860-1870, United States, History, Civil War, 1861-1865, Transportation, United States, Virginia, Alexandria , United States, District of Columbia, Washington (D.C.) , United States, Virginia, Potomac River

Private Berhens standing in front of a gateway at Ram-bucourt, Meuse, France. This photograph was taken on February 10, 1919, by an official American military artist, Captain J. Andre Smith. It is similar to photograph 57049 and was received on December 21, 1918.

American Salvage Department sorting newly arrived mixed clothing at Intermediate N6 in San Pierres des Corps, Tours, France. This photo, numbered 12,382, was taken by Corp. A. Moscioni on February 5, 1918. It was issued after being censored and released by M.I.B. Censor on June 21, 1918. Note: @12207.

Camp of the Berdan Sharpshooters before Yorktown, Va. Morgan collection of Civil War drawings. United States, Army, Sharpshooters Regiment, 1st (1861-1864) , Military parades & ceremonies, 1860-1870, Military camps, Union, 1860-1870, Military officers, Union, 1860-1870, Soldiers, Union, 1860-1870, Trumpets, 1860-1870, United States, History, Civil War, 1861-1865, Military life, United States, Virginia, Yorktown

Anefo photo collection. Destruction. Hedel. May 5, 1945. Bommelerwaard, Gelderland, Hedel, Maas

Sketch of the Spanish army camp for Haarlem, 1572-1573; The Spanish army camp for Haarlem. Sketch of the positions of the Spanish army camp for Haarlem with the names of the buildings and the army leaders who had fifteen minutes, 1572-1573. The headquarters of Romero in the Regulatiers, Don Arnando de Toledo in the Lepozenhuis and Don Frederik in the house Ter Kleef. To an old drawing.

Sgt. 1st Cl. Morris Fineberg captured a photograph of a granite tablet in Montsec, Meuse, France during World War One. The tablet bears a German saying that translates to "We Germans fear God but nothing else in the world." The photo was taken on December 2, 1918, and passed the A.R.P censor.

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