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Historical Military Portraits

Black and white portraits of U.S. military officers from various eras, featuring their official uniforms and capturing their service histories.

Pvt. H. V. Bell of the Signal Corps took this photograph on November 7, 1918. The image depicts Brigadier General G. S. Gibbs, the Assistant Chief Signal officer of the A.E.P. Signal Corps, at the Photograph Laboratory in Paris, Seine, France. The photograph was approved by the A.E.P. censor, but the date of approval is unknown.

Miss Elsie Gunther wearing the uniform of a welfare worker during World War I. Photograph taken by Homer, S.C. 67606. Description indicates it was taken on January 15, 1920, and approved on January 17, 1920. The symbol A is attached to the photo. Notes mention her height.

Caption: Capt. J.P. Newton, C. of E. Section Engrs., is pictured here at Langres, Haute Marne, France. He is in charge of the water supply at Langres and holds the position of S.O.S. Water Supply Officer. Capt. Newton also oversees the maintenance and operation of the water supply. This photograph was taken on January 8, 1919.

Captain T.N. Childs, M.I.D., U.S.A., on board the U.S.S. George Washington. A photograph taken aboard the U.S.S. George Washington en route to France during World War I. This image shows Captain Childs, accompanied by the Presidential party, as they were en route to the Peace Conference. The photograph has the document number 63,229 and was taken by the Signal Corps photographer, identified as Reco. This information appears in the description, along with the note that the image was issued with a symbol.

American soldiers patrol the streets of Esch, Luxembourg during World War One. Second Lieutenant Peter T. Wolpe of the 60th Infantry, Co. A, 5th Division is seen leading the patrol. The image was taken on December 21, 1918 by Lieutenant Wn. Pox.

Private H. V. Bell of the Signal Corps captured this photograph on December 21, 1918 in Paris, Seine, France. The image features Colonel E. M. House during World War One activities. The photograph was approved by the A.E.F. censor and issued with the given notes under subject number 31536 on October 28, 1918.

Brig. Gen. Lord working at his desk in the Munition Building, Washington, D.C. This photograph, taken on January 28, 1919, captures officers in the munition building during World War I. CPL. Newberg is the photographer credited with taking the image, with the description symbol of 111-SC-35908.

This image features Major General George W. Burr of the General Staff Corps, P.S. & T., Washington, D.C. The photograph, numbered 68620, showcases Major General Burr. The picture was taken on May 13, 1920, by LT. Lubbe, S.C. It was issued under the NOTEB 068620, and it relates to activities of the U.S. military during World War One.

Lieutenant P.W. Cloud of the Signal Corps took this photograph on February 26, 1919. The image shows Lieutenant Colonel Brehon Somervell, an Engineer in G-3 of the 89th Division, in Kyllburg, Germany. The photo was numbered as B. It was issued a copy of the Mc Notebo publication, 40417.

Presidential party aboard the U.S.S. George Washington en route to the Peace Conference. Dr. Isiah Bowman, the Director of the Geographical Society, is seen in the photograph. This photo was taken by a photographer from the Signal Corps and is identified as number 63,430. Notes on the photograph indicate the filing number as 4063430.

Lieutenant E.B. Preiss, from the Medical Corps, at Bolling Field in Washington, D.C., is shown in this photograph taken during World War I. The image was taken in 1918 and bears the official symbol "AU." Notes indicate the photograph was issued as number 27743 in the series.

Image of Cpl. J. W. Miller, a photographer, taken on December 23, 1918. The photograph shows a group of officers from the office of the Chief Signal Officer, led by Major T. W. Wylie. The image bears the number 509 and was passed by the M.I.D. censor on December 30, 1918.

Unidentified French Army officer during World War I. Image taken in Sued, date unspecified. The significance of the symbol "EU" is unknown. Photograph captured by photographer Seco in 1919. Additional notes can be found under reference number 14511.

Lieutenant I.R. Goussy from the 8th Regiment of French Engineers, attached to the Division Signal Office of the 3rd Division Headquarters, photographed at Condre court, Meuse, France. This photo was taken on September 3, 1918, and passed clearance by the A.E.P. censor. Issued with military identification number 24368, 102.

Brig. Gen. Jay J. Morrow, Deputy Chief Engr., A.E.P., office of Chief Engr., Tours, Indre et Loire, France. Photograph taken by SGT. LEGGE, S.C. (CD 2-10-19, TAKER 12-18-18). This image is from the collection of American Military Activities during World War One.

A Corporal from the National League for Women's Service, Motor Corps of America, is seen saluting Colonel NUMBER 48349 from Columbia University. The photograph was taken by a photographer whose name and description are recorded as RECO. This image captures a moment of respect and recognition within the military during World War I.

Secretary of War Baker wearing a suit made of raw ordnance silk. This material was utilized by the government to create powder bags that contained explosives fired from powerful guns on the Western Front during World War One. (Captured in a photograph taken on March 25, 1920, by LT. A. J. Lubbe.S.C.)

American soldiers observe as a group of German prisoners of war dig trenches, February 10, 1919. Major General Dickman, Commander of the 3rd Army, supervises the activity. This photograph was taken by photographer Pvt. Behrens, S.C. and features a drawing by American artist Joseph Cummings Chase.

Private Vincent J. Polumbo, photographed on September 27, 1918. This image was taken by Baron E. De Cartier De Marchienne, the Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary from Belgium to the United States. It was censored and released by the M.I.D censor on October 7, 1918.

Major General E.F. McGlachlin, as Brigadier General, is pictured here during the training period of the 57th Field Artillery Brigade. This photograph, labeled as Subject 61400, was taken by an official photographer on August 1st, 1919. The image carries the note "For Official Use Only" and includes the initials "A.U."

Private Gibbons, a member of the 369th Infantry, is depicted in this photograph. The image was taken on December 11, 1918, and features Captain John Halley Clark Jr., who commanded the 2nd Battalion of the 369th Infantry in Ungersheim, Alsace, France. The photograph was released by the AEP Censor, though the date of this release is unknown.

Image of 2nd Lt. George H. Ferguson, Co.D, 6th Infantry, 5th Division, taken in Treves, Germany. Lt. Wm. Fox, S.C, captured this photo on March 1, 1919. The image has been assigned the number 111-SC-44549 and is part of the collection of American military activities during World War I.

is an official photograph taken by a photographer from the Signal Corps during World War One. The image features unidentified officer personnel from the Army. The photograph was received on March 10, 1921, and is marked with the issue number 50120.

Admiral William S. Benson and Mrs. Benson photographed on board the U.S.S. George Washington. This image is one of the photographs taken by the Signal Corps during World War One. The photo is numbered 50,502 and was issued with the symbol R ADMIRAL WILLIAM S. BENSON. (NOTES: 505h2l)

Lieutenant Victor Fleming, S.C., U.S.A., on board the U.S.S. George Washington while enroute to France. The image captures him as part of the Presidential Party enroute to the Peace Conference. This photo has the identification number 63,230 and was taken by the Signal Corps photographer during World War One.

Soldiers stationed on a naval ship during World War One.

Soldier in World War I, Capt. Edward F. Mayberry, O.R.C., is pictured here in June 1918. He is a member of the Signal Corps, partaking in war planning activities as a member of the General Staff's War Plans Division. The photograph is numbered 111-SC-12027 in a record dated 1918.

Secretary of War Baker wearing a suit made of raw ordnance silk, which was used by the government to construct powder bags for explosive fired from guns on the Western Front. The photograph was taken on March 25, 1920.

Lieutenant P.W. Cloud, S.C. was the photographer who took this photograph, numbered 40420. The photo portrays Lieutenant Colonel J.H. Hineman of the Signal Corps from the 89th Division in Kyllburg, Germany. The image was taken on December 10, 1918 and received by the photographer's unit on February 26, 1919. This description provides factual details without creative embellishment.

Image depicts Major Leon W. Ainsworth, Chief Signal Officer, Base Section No. 3 A.E.P., with his private secretary in London, England. Date of photograph is December 2, 1918, and it was taken by Sumber. This photo was officially issued by the U.S. Army and is classified under reference number 341005 B Pvt. Kelly SC.

Major K. Banning (to the right) of the Signal Corps, U.S.A, is seen alongside Lieutenant Roger W. Whitman in this photograph. The image captures these personnel of the U.S. Military during World War One. The photograph, numbered 111-SC-3478, was taken and received in "/17" (unclear date).

Sidney Mason, a member of the Peace Commission, is photographed on board the U.S.S. George Washington enroute to Paris, France, in December 1918. This image was taken by the Signal Corps, with the symbol received on February 19, 1921, and given the identification "R."

Brigadier General Isaac W. Littell, NA, Office Quartermaster General, War Department, Washington, DC. This photograph of him was taken on April 22, 1918, by Lt. E.M. deBerri. It was censored and released by the War College Division on May 4, 1918. Brig. Gen. Littell belonged to the colored ground corps.

Lieutenant Colonel W.J. Scott, G-1 of the 89th Division, in Kyllburg, Germany. This photograph was taken on February 26, 1919, by Lieutenant P.W. Cloud, S.C. It was issued on December 10, 1918. Note: Photo number 085 with description 4046.

An army officer and enlisted man stand together in this image, taken in 1919. Their names and ranks are not identified. The photograph is part of the collection of American Military Activities during World War One.

The photograph shows a group of officers from the Signal Corps during World War I. The officers include Lieutenant Sears, S.C. The photo was taken on January 13, 1919, by CPL. Tyrell. The item number is 34412, and it is part of the collection.

Portrait of an unidentified officer in the Quartermaster Corps during World War One. The officer's details are unknown. This photograph was taken by Signal Corps photographer Seco. The image is labeled as number 63,926 in the collection and bears the symbol "X".

Cpl. Legge, 8.0. captured this photograph of Secretary of War Newton D. Baker at Camp Hospital No. 45 in Aix les Bains, France during World War I. The photograph was released by the A.E.F. Censor, but the date is unknown. Note: 3-200.

Unidentified officer personnel of the Signal Corps, captured in this image (number 67,445), taken during World War One. The photograph was received, taken, and described by the official photographer. The officer personnel is not named or identified, and the photograph bears the symbol A on the notes, as well as the corresponding issued number 9067445.

Photographic documentation of Mr. George Beer, a colonel and historian, taken during World War One. The image is part of the Signal Corps' collection and has been labeled with description code SINTER 63,388. Mr. Beer is seen holding a symbol with the code E NOTF 9063388.

Soldiers performing a rifle salute during World War I. The photograph is numbered 16554 and was taken by the Signal Corps. The rifle salute is a symbolic action, indicating respect or honor. The photograph was issued under the symbol A and has additional notes numbered 16534 and 3-c.

Major General J.W. McAndrews, Commandant, Army General Staff College, and former Chief of Staff of the American Expeditionary Forces, pictured at his desk at the War College. The photograph was taken on July 1, 1919, by Sergeant N.A. Coombs. The image is numbered 60544 in the collection and was received on July 10, 1919.

American Military Activities during World War One - Lieutenant Paul W. Cloud, the photographer, captured this image on November 12, 1918, in Tailly, Ardennes, France. It shows Major General F.L. Winn, the Commanding General of the 39th Division. This photograph was released by the AFF censor, but the exact date of its release is unknown.

Cpl. N.A. Combs, S.C., photographed Brigadier General Edward L. Munson, Chief of the Morale Branch, General Staff, in Wash., D.C. on March 15, 1919. The image was approved by the M.I.D. censor and issued for publication. This is photo number 43477 in the collection.

Colonel E. G. Peyton, Commander of the 320th Regiment Infantry, 80th Division, is pictured here at his desk in Saulty, France. This photograph was taken by Sgt. L. P. Morper of the Signal Corps on August 12, 1918. It is not intended for publication and is for official use only.

Soldiers and civilians in France celebrate the armistice during World War One. This photograph, numbered 50,087 and taken by the Signal Corps, shows a lively celebration in progress. The image captures the spirit of relief and joy as people come together to mark the end of the war.

Composite soldier representing a Polish soldier, Private J. Borzimowski, Co. A., 125th Inf. He weighed 175 lbs and stood 6 ft tall at the age of 25. Borzimowski immigrated to America in 1901 and settled in Michigan. He spoke Polish, Russian, and broken English, with no English schooling. Borzimowski had three brothers in the American army and was considered an excellent soldier by officers. His civilian occupation was a laborer in a railroad machine shop. He was born in Lomza, Poland. The photo was taken by Lieutenant N. L. Dewell on April 5, 1919, in Gullesheim, Germany.

Image 111-SC-1487 shows personnel at Camp Lee, VA's base hospital conducting observations on individuals with mental and physical impairments. The photograph was taken on an unknown date and was released to the American Red Cross on December 22, 1917. It is one of a series of photographs documenting the medical activities of the U.S. Medical Corps during World War I.

U.S. military personnel at the Port of Embarkation in Newport News, VA. Col. Aloe, the commanding officer of Camp Stuart, is shown in the photograph. The image is part of the historical series of photographs taken during World War One. The photographer is Sgt. Newberg, and the photo is designated as number 56888. It was taken on July 21, 1919.

Lt. E. De Berri, a Signal Corps soldier, is photographed during the month of June 1918. The picture was taken by Major Kendall Banning, an officer from the Historical Branch of the War Plans Division, General Staff. Notes indicate that this image was issued and described as "RECO TAKEN."

President and his party on board the U.S.S. George Washington, heading to the Peace Conference. The photograph was taken by Sumber 63,421 Signal Corps Photographer RECO. Mr. P.T. Moon, from Columbia University. The image carries the symbol. Historical notes include the identification number 0863421.

Major General Charles G. Morton and Brigadier General Harry H. Bandholtz, wearing steel helmets, seen at a review in Alsace during World War One. The photograph was taken by a Signal Corps photographer and released by A.E.P. Censor. The specific date of the event is unknown.

Private John W. Tanger, a German type soldier from Cleveland, Ohio, is shown in this photograph. He served as a member of the 7th Army Corps, Headquarters Company stationed in Wittlich, Germany. The image was taken on January 18, 1919, and was photographed by J. G. Jones. The description provided notes his assigned subject number (52135) and related information about the photo.

American soldiers Pvt. Behrens and Sgt. Harry J. Adams in Germany, Feb. 10, 1919. The image shows them holding a drawing by American artist Joseph Cummings Chase. Sgt. Adams is portrayed as a 1st sergeant. The photo was received in Dec. 1918 and issued with the notes "1st Sgt. Cummings Chase 192 Germany".

A civilian personnel, whose identity is unknown, captured in this photograph taken during World War One. The photograph is labeled as 111-SC-2860 and described as a depiction of a civilian individual. Additional details about the photograph include issued syndol att.

Mr. John Storck, Assistant to the Executive Officer of the Peace Commission, is seen in this photograph. He is wearing a H symbol on his uniform, indicating his status as a member of the commission. This photo was taken during World War One.

American mission members arriving at the railroad station in Orleans, France, during World War I. The image captures the reception held in honor of the mission. The photograph is part of a series documenting American military activities during the war.

Sgt. S. Warolin took this photograph on November 15, 1918, showing Ludwig Schirner, a German soldier, and his wife before the war. Ludwig Schirner is now a prisoner of war. On the right is a photograph of Schirner as a soldier, taken on July 19, 1918, after being drafted on December 17, 1917. These photographs were given to Lt S.G. Boernstein by Schirner, who resides in Ottehein, Westenberg, Germany. Please note that this image is not for publication and is 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.

Portrait of W.C.Boest van Limburg, cadet sergeant of the Royal Military Academy in Breda, Anonymous, c. 1908 - in Or Before 1913 photomechanical print paper historical persons. private soldier

A group of women from Mothers of Defenders of Democracy, led by Miss Christina Sloss, participate in military activities during World War I. The women are engaged in a variety of tasks, demonstrating their support for the war effort. This photograph was taken on June 20, 1918.

Copper engraving by Joseph Théodore Richomme depicting Napoleon, created in 1835 using etching techniques.

Soldiers at a military training facility engage in organized physical fitness exercises.

Dorsey A. Lyon, supervisor of mining experiment stations for the U.S. Bureau of Mines, involved in war work during World War One.

SGT. 1ST CLASS Clarence Jackson of the Signal Corps in Dongermain, France. The photograph was taken on January 10, 1919. SGT. Jackson was part of the military activities during World War I.

Lt. Coppens, a Belgian aviator, is shown in this recent photograph. Known as an "ace", he has achieved significant success during World War One. This image has been marked as classified, intended for official use only.

Description: Mr N. Lindop. appointed Cadet - 23rd July 1923. asia, malaysia, borneo, sabah, asiathroughalens

Sgt. Major Sherman D. Ford, a clerical soldier in the 32nd Division, is depicted in this photograph taken on April 15, 1919. He is 24 years old, stands at 5 feet 11 inches, and weighs 180 pounds. Ford has three years of education from Albion College, Michigan, and works as a cost accountant earning $40 per week. He enlisted in the 31st Michigan Infantry and has previous experience in real estate. Ford is viewed by his superior officer as the most suitable for future work in the Adjutant's office. This picture was captured in Rengsdorf, Rhenish Prussia, Germany.

An unidentified group of women personnel at Camp Syrol, Australia, in 1919. The photograph is part of the collection of American military activities during World War One. (Caption for the image: "Unidentified women personnel at Camp Syrol, Australia, 1919.")

Colonel J.J. Carty, Chief Signal Officer of the Signal Corps, at the Peace Conference held at Hotel Crillon in Paris, France. Photograph taken by Lt. H.8. Drucker, Signal Corps. Captioned with print numbers 62,937 and 41,434, and information that it was taken on 1/28/19. Colonel Carty is seen in the image.

A Community Chorus sings Christmas carols on the steps of the Treasury Building. Secretary of Navy Josephus Daniels and Secretary of Treasury William McAdoo can be seen participating in the event. The photo was taken on December 23, 1917, during World War One.

- This photograph is taken from the Chemical Warfare Service; Research Division during World War I. - It shows the physiological research conducted by E.K. Marshall on a patient named SUBIECT 54497 AU. - The patient suffered from mustard gas burns on his face. - The photograph was taken on July 12, 1918, and received from the Chemical Warfare Service. - Lieutenant Roos was responsible for the care of the patient.

Officer , Military officers. Records of U.S. Army Operational

2nd Lieutenant Raphael P. Ebert, assigned to HQ. Troop, 32nd Division, lost his life in Coblenz, Germany on February 19, 1919. This photo, taken on August 1, 1919, shows 1st Lieutenant Raphael P. Ebert. Official documentation states 061266 for official use only.

Brig. Gen. Lytle Brown (N.A.), Director of the War Plans Division, Assistant Chief of Staff, Army War College, Washington D.C., in May 1918. Lieutenant N. Pox photographed him for issue 10579 of the Signal Corps in May 1918.

Image: Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Franklin D. Roosevelt during World War I. The photograph was taken by an unidentified photographer on April 19, 1918, with the reference number 111-SC-6973. It was classified, censored, and released by the War College Division on April 10, 1918.

This image depicts Major General H.E. Ely in Bitburg, Germany in December 1918. It was taken by Pvt. Behrens and features a drawing by American artist Joseph Cummings Chase. The image is numbered 37770 and includes the notes of H.C. Ely and Jogaph Cummings Chase from 1978.

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

Caption: Captain Christis photograph of Henry White, a member of the Allied Peace Conference from the United States, at Hotel Crillon in Paris, France. The photo was taken on December 18, 1918.

Lt. Carl C. Mayhew of the Signal Corps at the Replacement Depot in Cours Cheverny, France. The photograph was taken by Col. Carl F. Hartman, the officer in charge of the depot. The image depicts a scene of military activities in Paris, France. Notes: 3807/

A composite soldier, Private Jack Mohamed, born in Harpost, Turkey, is pictured. At the age of 27, weighing 135 lbs and standing 5 ft 5 inches tall, he went to America in 1906 seeking better labor conditions. He spoke Turkish, Armenian, and English, and had received 5 years of education in Turkish schools. During World War I, he joined the 32nd Division at Waco, Texas, and served in various engagements. Private Mohamed was a motion picture operator by occupation and was considered exceptionally bright in mechanics. He spoke English fluently after attending night schools and had never been disciplined. The photograph was taken in Huf, Germany.

"Major Archie C. Mackinnon, M.C., former Commanding Officer of the American Red Cross Hospital in Bellevue, S.& O., Vincennes, Seine, France. This photograph was taken on February 27, 1919, by Lt. Mayhew, S.C., with the description number 190 188UED. Notes indicate the reference number as 51553."

Lt. E. De Berri, Sig. R. C. in a photo taken by Major Lloyd P. Horsfall in June 1918. The image shows Lt. De Berri standing in a military setting.

Man op Newgate Street, William Nicholson, 1898 print Print is part of a book. Text in English on the opposite page. paper adult man. prison personnel: jailers, warders, guards

A photograph taken on July 14, 1919, depicts the General Supply Depot and personnel. Major S.E. Karigan, S.C., is shown as the officer in charge. The image was received on July 19, 1919, and was taken by Photographer S.C. Coomes. The symbol and description of the General Supply Depot are also included.

This image, labeled number 13695, was taken in 1919 during World War One. The photographer is credited as RECO. The description states that the photograph was taken at some point after 1919 and the personnel involved are unknown. Additional notes indicate the presence of a symbol, but provide no further details.

Major Frederick S. Test, from the General Staff of the Army War College, photographed in June 1918. Lt. E. De Berri is the photographer of this image, with the Sig. R. C. being his unit. The photograph is labeled as P12062 and is part of the collection taken during American military activities in World War One.

A group of different types of medals received by officers and enlisted men of the A.E.P is displayed in this photograph. From left to right, we see the Croix de Guerre, Medaille Militaire, Legion d'Honneur, Military Cross, War Cross, Victoria Cross (V.C.), Distinguished Conduct Medal, and Military Medal. The photo was taken in Paris, France, and passed the A.E.F. censor. The specific date of issuance is not provided.

Portrait of a standing young man in uniform, leaning on a writing table, Johannes Laurens Theodorus Huijsen, 1883 - 1910 Photograph. visit card This photo is part of an album. Hoorn (North Holland) cardboard. photographic support historical persons. youth, adolescent. (military) uniforms. writing-table, writing-desk

Portrait of officer , Military officers. Records of U.S. Army Operational

Image of unidentified women personnel with issued symbols during World War One.

Portrait of a soldier in Uniform, Anonymous, 1899 - 1940 photomechanical print This photo is part of an album. paper historical persons. adult man. (military) uniforms

Portrait of a soldier in Uniform, Anonymous, 1937 - 1945 photograph This photo is part of an album. Netherlands paper. photographic support historical persons. youth, adolescent

Description: Mr. W.B. Durant. appointed Cadet: 16th Jan 1925. asia, malaysia, borneo, sabah, asiathroughalens

Pittsburgh Sergeant, Kandy, Ceylon. This image depicts artwork of U.S. Army Sergeant Francis A. Walowic, drawn by Coast Guard Combat Artist Joseph di Gemma.

William Swanson, matroos, 1944, anonymous, 1944 photograph Photomatic, portrait without a headgear to the left. United States of America photographic support gelatin silver print

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