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Historical Military Inspections

Classic photographs depict historical military inspections, salvage operations, and scenes from wartime, portraying life and activities during significant moments in military history.

Wounded soldiers being loaded into ambulances to be taken to the hospital train at Evacuation Hospital No. 1 near Toul, France. Photograph taken by a S.C. Photographer on May 13, 1918.

A soldier participates in an Army exhibit at the State War and Navy Building in Washington, D.C., during World War One. The exhibit explains the Army personnel system and showcases booths where soldiers undergo oral and picture trade tests. M Notes: TE Test 19.

Sergeant McGarrigle, part of the Salvage Division at Camp Meade, is seen in this photograph taken on April 28, 1919, conducting a finishing reblocking of hats as part of clothing repair efforts.

Soldiers and civilians are seen dancing at a Signal Corps Dance held in the Arcade Building in Washington, D.C., in 1919. The photograph was taken by Sgt. McGarrigles C.

Collection of World War I Photographs, 1914-1918 that depict the military activities of British and other nation's armed forces and personnel during World War I.

A fire department apparatus with 1st Lt. Harrington, Chief of the Fire Department, at Camp Devens, Mass. This photograph was taken and issued with the symbol 43413.

"Soldiers testing gas masks at Camp Kearny, California in March 1918. The photo shows two individuals, one wearing a gas mask while the other adjusts it. This training ensured that the soldiers would be prepared and not caught off guard when the alarm for a gas attack was sounded."

Lt. Drucker, SC photographer, captured this image on December 14, 1918, showing General Tasker H. Bliss disembarking from his vehicle at Prince Murat's residence in Paris, Seine, France. The photograph was received on February 13, 1919.

Soldiers receiving vocational training at U.S. Hospital NUMBER 63,998 Signal Corps during World War One.

Lieutenant M.S. Lentz operating the punching operation on the receiver of a Colt's Automatic 45, U.S. Pistol at Colt's Pat. Fire Arms Plant in Hartford, Connecticut in April 1918. This image was censored and released on May 10, 1918 by the Historical Branch, W.P.D. Notes: 9080.

American soldiers, including "A Buck" Pat Barnes, relax on their leave in Pinale, France during World War I. They are joined by General Pershing, Lyman Root, and General Harbord, Larry Young. This photograph was taken by Sgt. Legge, S.C., a photographer for the U.S. military, on November 28, 1918.

General Tasker H. Bliss arriving at Prince Murat's home in Paris, France in 1910.

Lt. Downs and Pvt. Winger of the Signal Corps at Nevers, France. The photograph showcases them working in the signal corps Telegraph Office.

American soldier Lt.H.S.Drucker captured this photograph on January 1, 1919, at the Sumber Staircase of Honor in the Minister of Foreign Affairs building in Paris, France. This image was officially recorded as 111-SC-41320 and was received on February 26, 1919.

"Milking cows by machinery at the world's finest dairy farm in San Joaquin Valley, California. The cheese and condensed milk produced here are shipped in large quantities to France to feed millions of soldiers. This aid has been instrumental in forcing the German and Austrian armies to retreat, but at the cost of considerable sacrifices in men and supplies. Photograph taken by Reed on March 28, 1919. Military subject number: 45832 A.E.F."

Group of men near furnace , Armories, Ordnance industry, Furnaces, Watertown Arsenal Mass.. Records of U.S. Army Operational

The French Ambassador and Mrs. Jusserand visiting the U.S.S. George Washington in 1919. It is a symbolic representation of the strong Franco-American alliance during World War One.

Lt. Downs and Pvt. Winger of the S.C. are seen in this photo taken on 3-12-19 at Camp Hospital No. 59 in Issoudun, France. The image shows them in the sterilizing room. This photo was assigned the number 42664 for documentation purposes. -Notes: 42664 TRIA

Soldiers at General John J. Pershing's chateau in Val des Ecolier, near Cont, France. The photograph was taken on July 20, 1918 and received on August 27, 1918. This image is held by the American Expeditionary Forces' Photographic Censor for official use only. Photographer: Sergeant L. Rode, Signal Corps.

Recording Room in Room C-1 at 4 Place de la Concorde, Paris, Seine, France, during World War One. The photograph, number 62953, was taken on February 3, 1919, and received on March 10, 1921. The room was under the supervision of 1st Lieutenant W.M. McCarthy from the Signal Corps.

Ammunition trucks (F.W.D.) can be seen on the stern deck of the S.S. Montanan as it departs for Europe during World War One. This photo was taken on January 22, 1918, and it was released by W. C. D. to the Photo Division. The photograph was published by Remount, and it has been preserved in the archives.

Army Sanitary School lecture with Major Wm. H. Potter, D.C. as instructor of the Dental Section. The lecture is taking place in a lecture room located in Langres, Haut Marne, France. Sergeant W. W. Bell is captured in the photograph. The photograph was taken by photographer 340-19, with the description issued under subject 49499.

Pvt. A. Klein, S.C., is shown in the photograph pulling a print from a clay duplicator. The image is numbered 8 and depicts map duplication with a clay hectograph. This activity took place in Verdun, Meuse, France, within the Topographical Section of the 26th Division. The photograph was taken on October 16, 1918, and received by the photographer on November 25, 1918. The image has been approved by the A.E.F. Censor and additional notes indicate that the date of issuance is unknown.

Soldiers participating in World War I training exercises.

American soldiers and sailors who are part of the Peace Commission purchasing chocolate and tobacco from Miss D. G. Marling, a Y.W.C.A. worker, at the Y.W.C.A. Canteen located at 4 Place de Concorde, Paris, France. This photograph was taken on February 5, 1919, by photographer Lt. H.C. Drucker, S.C. It is cataloged with the number 111-SC-41444 and is a part of the collection from the Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One.

Brigadier General C. McK. Saltzman of the Signal Corps, Administration Division, photographed on March 20, 1918. The photo, numbered 7097, was taken by Lieutenant Fox of the Signal Corps and was censored and released on April 3, 1918, by the War College Division Laboratory.

Telephone exchange operated by the Signal Corps in Base Section #2. Corporal L.H. Stanley is in charge and the men are being trained to operate various switchboards used in the A.E.F in Bordeaux, Gironde, France. Photo taken on January 11, 1919, and received on March 28, 1919, by Lieutenant Strohmeyer.

27-19. The photograph captures Ward 15 at Camp Hospital #11 in Saint-Nazaire, Loire-Inferieure, France. The subject of the image is W.W. Seper, S.C., a military personnel. The photo was taken on March 27, 1919.

Soldiers at Camp Holabird in Maryland crate motor trucks for overseas deployment during World War I. The left side view of an ammunition body or F. W. D. chassis can be seen in the photograph. This image was censored and released by the M.I.D. Censor on September 27, 1918.

Pvt. R. M. Barnes in terminal room at Elysee Palace Hotel, Paris, France on May 8, 1918. The photo was taken by Corp.J. N. Hillhouse. It belongs to the Telephone, Telegraph and Engineers Division, G.H.Q., Paris, France. The image was censored and released by M.I.B. Censor on June 21, 1918.

"Floraphone apparatus, S. C. Field Lab. Wash., D.C. Staff of Signal Corps Floraphone Laboratory, including Maj. Gen. George O. Squire, Chief Signal Officer. The image was taken on April 17, 1919, by Photographer Sgt. McKenzie. The photograph, bearing number 47364, showcases the equipment and personnel of the laboratory. This image is designated for official use only. LED c NOTES: 47364"

A soldier at the University of Pittsburgh's SATC (Student Army Training Corps) is seen working on a bench, adjusting connecting rods. This photograph was taken on April 27, 1919, and was assigned the identification number 59024 S.A.T. C. University of Pittsburgh, Pa. It is for official use only.

A soldier from the Signal Corps is pictured here operating a wave meter apparatus, specifically the S.C.R-60C model. This photograph, numbered 37,222, was part of a series capturing American military activities during World War One.

Soldiers participating in a military exercise during World War One. The image shows soldiers in uniform, engaged in physical activities such as climbing ropes and navigating obstacles. The exercise took place at the Headquarters of the Signal Corps in Washington, D.C., in 1918.

"Brig. Gen. Pegram Whitworth working out problems with members of his staff. Left to right: Lt. F. Turnbull, Maj. Edwin E. Hollenback, Brig. Gen. Pegram Whitworth, Lt. T.G. Poland, Lt. J.H. Barnard. Taken at Flogny, Yonne, France on Dec. 7, 1918. Photo taken by Lt.H.A. Strohmeyer, Jr., S.C."

Sgt. James L. McGarrigle is shown in this photograph from World War I, taken on October 4, 1918. The image captures the process of outfitting recruits at Camp Meade, Admiral, MD. The men are seen checking out with their full equipment. The photograph was released by the M.I.B. Censor on October 14, 1918.

US Navy Lieutenant N.E. Wharton, attached to the Peace Commission, in Room C10 at 4 Place la Concord in Paris, France. The photograph was taken on April 15, 1919, by photographer Lt. Drucken, showcasing Lt. Wharton's involvement in the peace negotiation process.

Pvt. Clyde I Eddy is pictured with Wm. O'Neil and dental assistant H. Benson in front of the Dental Infirmary at the 1st U.S. Depot Division in Loire et Cher, France. The photo was taken on Jan. 20, 1919, representing American military activities during World War One.

Image depicting women workers in the industries of war during World War One.

American soldiers in World War I work together to balance propellers on an aircraft at A.S.P. C. NO.2. The photo, taken by Frank A. Wallock on March 1, 1919, captures this military activity at Romorantin, Loir et Cher, France. Photo ID: 111-SC-42213.

Image showing a view of the Sued Barracks under construction at Mesves Bulcy in Nievre, France during World War One. The photograph was taken by Frank Chircosts from the S.C. TAKEN unit. The date of this photograph is unknown and it has been approved by the A.E.F. censor.

Brigadier General Henry Jervey, acting as the Assistant Chief of Staff and Director of Operations, is depicted in this photograph (111-SC-7102). The image was taken on March 28, 1918, and was received and censored by the War College Division on April 3, 1918. The photographer was Lieutenant M.S. Lentz of the Signal Reserve Corps.

Collection of World War I Photographs, 1914-1918 that depict the military activities of British and other nation's armed forces and personnel during World War I.

Civilian Conservation Corps - Camps - Washington. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

This image depicts Mrs. H.S. Owen, Director of Women's Radio School, in New York City during World War One. The photograph was taken on May 1, 1918, and is part of a series documenting American military activities. The caption includes information about the photographer and the ID number of the image.

"X-ray machine room at the American Red Cross Base Hospital #23 in Vittel, France. The photograph was taken on June 23, 1918, by Sgt. Moscioni, S.C. It was received on August 24, 1918. This image was passed by A.E.F. Censor on July 29, 1918. Notes indicate its issuance as C. 16895 FM."

Original artwork by Captain Jules Andres Smith, a commissioned U.S. Army artist during World War 1. The artwork, titled "The Army Cook," shows the bustling activity of a billet kitchen in Reherry, France. The army cook and his K.P's can be seen working amidst pots and pans, cooking utensils, and steamy food. This artwork is believed to be housed at the National Museum of the United States Army at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. For more information, visit http://thenmusa.org.

Miitary officers and staff of the 320th Regiment Infantry, 80th Division, including Colonel Ephraim G. Peyton, are seen having lunch together. Other officers present include Major O. L. Bands, Captain John Strigfellow, Captain William L. Tyding, Lieutenant C. R. Preston, Lieutenant R. W. Patterson, Lieutenant T. J. Kappock, First Lieutenant Prank A. Russel, and Chaplain Edward Wallace. The location is Saulty, France. This photograph was released by the A. E. F. Censor without a specific date.

Caption: Major Mitchell's body lying in state at City Hall, New York City. The people of the city paying their last respects to the late Mayor. Photograph taken on July 10, 1918 for U.S. School Cinematography.

Soldiers at Camp Upton on Long Island, New York, are shown preparing for inspection in October 1918. The photograph was taken by Underwood and Underwood as part of the Public Information campaign for the US military during World War I. The image is labeled number 67003 and is designated for official use only.

Collection of World War I Photographs, 1914-1918 that depict the military activities of British and other nation's armed forces and personnel during World War I.

"Portable houses used by the A.E.F. during World War One. This photo, taken by Lt. S.G. Boernstein, shows corner strips #23 of the houses. Censored and released on March 25, 1913, by the War College Division Laboratory."

Interior view of officers' dining room in the Y.M.C.A. Hut at G.H.Q. Chaumont, France during World War One. The photograph features Sgt. L. J. Rode, S.C. and was taken on 8/7/18. This image has been passed by A.E.P. Censor and issued as T Noteb 122546.

An auditorium at The College of the City of New York was temporarily transformed into a squad room for the Signal Corps men who were undergoing a course of instruction during World War One. The image was taken on April 24, 1918, and assigned the description number SUBC 53495, being issued in 1917.

French and American soldiers gathered at the Altar of Joan of Arc near Donremy, France. The photograph was captured on September 15th, 1918 by Sgt. Rode. It is assigned number 111-SC-22649 and was cleared by the A.E.P. censor, although the exact date of issue is unknown.

A soldier in the School of Aerial Photography at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., develops aerial negatives in a photographic hut. This image was taken on March 26, 1919. The school is focused on activities related to aerial photography and developing aerial negatives. The photograph is labeled as official use only (215-P).

Image capture of Te Deum services at Church of Notre Dame in Pamele, Audenarde, Belgium during World War One. The photo was taken by Staff Sergeant J.T. Seabrook, from Seabrook, South Carolina, and it was issued on March 12, 1919 by Sumber Reco. This image is part of 9th Infantry Division documentation.

Various types of guns used for instruction at the Armory at L'Ecole de Tir Aerian de Cazaux. Located in Cazaux, France, this facility is where American military personnel trained during World War I. The photo was taken on February 10, 1919, by Lt. Strghmeyer, S.C.

"Final inspection department at Crown Cork & Seal Co., Baltimore, MD during World War One. The image depicts the manufacture of Browning machine gun tripods. This photograph was captured by the official photographer and assigned the number 18605."

Sgt. James Mc Garrigle is seen in this photograph from September 14, 1918, at Camp Holabird, MD. The image shows four wheel drive trucks being crated for overseas transport. The photograph was censored and released by the M.I.D. censor on September 27, 1918. Notable features include the muffler, tom seat, gas tank box, and hood.

Sergeant Nightingale from the S.C. Division is seen in this photograph taken on November 30, 1918, at the Evacuation Hospital No. 1 in Sebastopal, Meurthe et Mosèlle, France. The image captures him during the operation he underwent to treat a shrapnel wound. This photograph is not intended for publication and is for official use only.

16' Barbette carriage , Armories, Ordnance industry, Watertown Arsenal Mass.. Records of U.S. Army Operational

Soldier participating in a machine gun performance test at Kelly Field, Texas. The soldier is required to name the parts of the Lewis Gun and their use, as well as disassemble and assemble the gun. The gun is manufactured by Savage Arms Corporation in Utica, New York.

Collection of World War I Photographs, 1914-1918 that depict the military activities of British and other nation's armed forces and personnel during World War I.

"Sergeant Leo Morper, a S.C. photographer, captured this image on January 7, 1919, showing Lieutenant Colonel Carl F. Hartmann hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for his staff, Lieutenant Colonel Roy B. Coles, and Lieutenant Colonel Chas. H. Corlett at Caur Cheverny in Loir et Cher, France. The photograph was approved by the A.E.F. censor, date unknown."

Cadets at Souther's Field in Americus, GA, gather in their recreation room. This image was taken on October 28, 1918, but received from the DMA photographer on November 18, 1918. The photo was passed by the M.I.D. censor on November 19, 1918. The room is labeled as "Careys Recreation Room" and the corresponding identification number is 25545.

Sergeant MeGarrigle examines canned corn for the United States Army. This photo was taken on April 30, 1919, and is part of a series documenting the inspection of food for the military. The caption includes the photo subject code (TDTO419 SUBIECT 47724), photographer's name (Sgt. MeGarrigle), and other relevant details.

Captain Boardman, in charge of the Eye Department at Base Hospital No. 136 in Vannes, Morbihan, France during World War One. Photograph taken on April 14, 1919, by photographer W.W. Soper. The photo is numbered 111-F9 00 51791 and was issued on January 11, 1919.

"Portrait of Lieutenant Drucker, S.C. taken on December 12, 1918, in the ballroom of Prince Murat's home in Paris, France. LT. Drucker is wearing a service cap with the slo insignia. The photograph was captured by a recon team on March 12, 1919."

Soldier at the hospital porch learning to carve wood with his left hand. This photograph, taken during World War I, highlights rehabilitation efforts to teach injured soldiers new skills. The image is part of the official collection and is classified as 111-SC-11785. Note: For official use only.

Cadets at Souther Field in Americus, GA, gather in the club room for a meeting. This photograph, number 27,218, was taken as part of a series documenting American military activities during World War One. The photo was taken on October 19, 1918. The photographer responsible for capturing this image is mentioned as RECO (unidentified).

"American Lt. Drucker captures a photograph of His Excellency Signore Orlando, President of the Italian Cabinet, at Hotel Edward VII in Paris, France on Jan. 10, 1918. The photo was taken during World War One and is a historical record of American military activities during this time."

This image from Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One shows a BB-14 storage battery with celluloid jars. The photograph, taken by the Signal Corps, is numbered 48275 and was received on March 10, 1921. The battery is produced by Willard Storage Battery Co.

"American tank crew members operating a 'whippet' tank during World War I. The skipper and gunner are shown with their hatch open. The photograph was taken northwestern of Verdun. Date of the photograph is unknown. Released by A.E.F. Censor. SSD M. NOTES."

Interior of a salvage depot in London, England. Civilian staff members are seen alongside Captain J.A. Brown, who is in charge. A photograph taken on April 15, 1919. The image features Sgt. Chas. Donnelly and Cpl. W.D. Kelly. The photo is part of a collection documenting American military activities during World War One.

Enlisted men undergoing gas engine mechanics and auto repair training at the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The photograph depicts the interior of the barracks where the men were stationed. The picture was taken on May 17, 1918, by the photographer known as Sunder. This image falls under Subject 55016 and was received from the University of Pittsburgh.

Lookouts - General. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Armstrong Guns, &c. Naval Court.. London Stereoscopic Company (active 1854 - 1890)

Inside a British submarine in use during the Second World War: what happens during the hours of darkness and in daylight. The lives of underwater crews: how the men spend their time on and off duty while patrolling enemy waters. Date: 1943

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