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Black and white images depicting early military transportation including trucks, planes, and ships during World War One.

Trans-continental Motor Transport Tour. This photograph shows a view of a street during the tour. The transportation was part of the activities undertaken by the American military during World War One. The photo was taken by the Signal Corps on an unspecified date and was received on March 10, 1921. No additional caption information is available.

Caption: "A staff car with the number 66645 is captured on film in St. Quentin during World War One. This photograph, taken by Photographer HEC'D on May 12, 1919, shows the vehicle in excellent condition. The car is associated with the Symbol SOTF M, and the image captures a sense of the military activities during that time."

A Nash Motor Company ammunition truck, 2-ton, parked in Kenosha, Wisconsin during World War One. The truck is labeled with the identification number 4156 and bears the symbol of Nash Motor Company. This photograph was taken in 1918 by a photographer identified as RED.

Standard gauge German track destroyed by shell fire in Marcq, Ardennes, France. The photograph was taken by H cpl. W.J.Beach on January 3, 1919. The description states that the track was issued on January 25, 1919. The photograph is numbered 49235, with additional record number 1944-19.

Wrecked airplane (38578) from Barron Field at Rich Field, Waco, Texas. The landing was made during rain, resulting in the damage. The photograph is part of the collection from the Air Service Flying School at Rich Field. NOT FOR PUBLICATION. FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY. 188UED

"An aerial view of the Hydrogen pier and railroad at the Aviation Experiment Station in Hampton, Virginia. The photo was taken from a height of 4000 feet on August 1, 1917. This image is cataloged as 111-SC-3843 and the photographer's description was issued by SYNDOL."

Image of Plane 22805 flying over Acceptance Park in Detroit, Michigan. The photograph was taken by a photographer identified as 56062 on February 7, 1919. This image is part of a collection documenting American military activities during World War One.

Forest Fire Equipment: Fire Trucks - California. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

First Division Supply Train of the M.T.C. parked on the Lincoln Highway between Baltimore and Washington, D.C. during a rest and meal halt on the way to participate in the Victory Parade in Washington, D.C. Photograph taken by Sgt. Warner on September 14th, 1919 at 6:00 A.M. (Photo ID: 63,685, REC/29/19)

A close-up photograph taken at Ellington Field, Houston, Texas on February 4th, 1918 at 3 p.m. The subject is a wrecked vehicle. The image was received from the commanding officer and the photographer is unknown. It was later issued on June 6, 1918, as part of photographic documentation of the Signal Corps Aviation School.

Convalescents from Bordeaux boarding the Shinnecock from the Henderson. The hospital transfer ship has been brought alongside for off-side loading.

Image caption: Macchi Seaplane undergoing a speed test flight at Langley Field, Virginia. Taken on October 1, 1917. The photograph was released by W. O. D. to the Photo Division in December 1917. Image number AM RECO 111-SC-1262.

A photograph from Nov. 26, 1918, taken by Pvt. W.J. Miller of SC shows a typical light delivery truck used by the Army Motor Service of the Motor Transport Corps during World War I. The photograph was approved by the M.I.D. censor on Nov. 30, 1918.

Photograph showing the stern of the U.S.S. George Washington entering Boston Harbor. The ship carries President Wilson aboard. The image was taken by the Signal Corps and is assigned the number 43465.

Aircraft and Airports - California. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

A photograph taken during the Vietnam War shows an A-4 Skyhawk aircraft belonging to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA)-211 on a runway in 1967. The specific model of the aircraft is an A4-B jet. This image was taken by the Defense Department and is part of the collection documenting American military activities during the war.

Pomilio, a military aircraft, seen from a 3/4 front view at the Aviation Experiment Station in Hampton, Virginia during World War One. The photograph was taken by a photographer on January 15, 1919 and is identified as Subject 54364. The aircraft model is marked as #292 in the description.

Lieutenant E.M. de Berri of the Signal Corps took this photograph on May 27, 1918, at Fort Myer, Washington, D.C. The image shows three-ton standard army motor trucks parked in a row. It is part of the series of photographs documenting American military activities during World War One, held by the National Archives.

This image, titled "111-SC-9866 - Airplane camera 9866," was taken by photographer Reed in 1919. It captures an airplane camera in use. The camera is labeled with the symbol "CC" and is marked with the letter "A." Additional notes accompany the photograph.

Image description: "Feb. 9, 1918 - A photograph taken at Fort Sherman, Canal Zone, showcasing the 7th Aero Squadron and Squadron Sea-Sled No. 5. The sea-sled, measuring 29 ft. long, was utilized for military activities. NOTES: 14996 m."

Front view of an airplane from 1935. The photograph is part of the collection "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One." The airplane type is not specified, and the image shows the airplane in a stationary position. The photograph was received by the photographer on May 11, 2018, and given the reference number 8836.

A French passenger car with the number SUMBER 58194 photographed at Camp Pullman, France during World War I. This car was used by the 21st Grand Division Transportation Corps in their operations. The photo was taken on December 10, 1918, and was captured by the Signal Corps.

Motor truck convoy on its way to Bucyrus, Ohio, with one truck in a ditch. The image depicts the severity of damage to the truck from the transportation mishap. Photographer S.C. Lacey took the photo on July 12, 1919, and it was received on July 21, 1919.

Anefo photo collection. Trade. Army cars. 1945

Concreted steamship "Faith" with bolts and sockets embedded in the deck for fastening equipment and superstructure. Photograph taken on May 15, 1919. Subject number issued by the Portland Cement Association in Chicago. Photographer unidentified. Description provided by the Association. Image labeled as "FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY."

This photograph from World War One shows the front view of a Murray-Carns all-steel airplane, taken on October 14, 1918, at an acceptance field in Detroit, Michigan. The wings have not been attached yet.

"Image showing a 1-ton, 4-wheel cargo trailer (M.T.C. Symbol x 3), built for the Motor Transport Corps by the Highland Mfg. Co., Cincinnati, Ohio. The trailer chassis is made by Sechler & Co., also in Cincinnati. It is a side view of the trailer as seen in the photograph. Date taken: February 18, 1919. This item is labeled "For official use only. Not for publication.""

CLOSE UP VIEW of the car used by Marshal Foch for negotiations and the signing of the armistice with Germany on November 11th, 1918. Located in Compiegne, France. Photographic record taken by Signal Corps during World War One.

Motor convoy trip encountering challenging road conditions near Gothenburg, Nebraska. The photo was taken on August 1, 1919, as part of the American military activities during World War One. Symbol A was issued for this image. (Image reference: Transportation - StillPixFindingAid NUMBER 64250 PHOTOGRAPHER SGT. LACEY.S.C.)

Aerial view of airplanes in formation at Mineola, Long Island. The photograph was taken by Columbia University's photographer and was issued under the description "Aeroplanes in Formation, Mineola, L.I." The symbol on the photograph is "Mo SOTES 9048318."

King George of England and President Poincaire of France seated in their carriage at Bois de Cologne railway station. The photo was taken on November 28, 1918, in Paris, France. Photographer S.C. Gallivan. Image number 37533, issued notes available.

Members of the Vocational Training Corps drive a caterpillar tractor as part of their training at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City. This photograph was taken in January 1919 and is marked as official use only.

A Class B Dodge truck in poor condition, driven by a careless driver, is photographed for educational purposes of the Motor Transport Corps, U.S.A. (Photographer: S.G. Bonner, S.C.) This photo, taken on September 11, 1919, showcases the truck's sloppy condition and highlights the need for maintenance and responsible driving.

Transport Mercury, carrying returning overseas soldiers, seen in the James River before docking at Newport News, Virginia. This photograph is part of the Port of Embarkation Series and taken by photographer S.C.Records and description symbol A suggest it belongs to the Newport News Port of Embarkation series. Notes mention the photo ID as 9053989.

A surgical unit during World War I using an ambulance car, built by the American Foundry Company, for medical transportation. The image is taken in 1919, with the photographer identified as S.C. Weed. The vehicle's symbol is A, and it has the serial number 20317.

Class B Truck stuck in soft dirt after veering off the road near Grand Island, Nebraska during the Trans-Atlantic Motor Convoy. This photo was taken on August 1, 1919 by Signal Corps and is part of the StillPixFindingAid collection (SUMBER 64510).

An image showing a damaged plane at Love Field in Dallas, Texas during World War One. The left and right lower panels, right upper panel, and fuselage are visibly burned. This photograph is not meant for public use and is for official purposes only.

MI - Portage Lake. Portage Lake Ship Canals Range Lights, Michigan.

Close-up of three-tier berths in Hatch No. 3 of the converted freighter "Ohioan" in dock at Pier 9, Hoboken, NJ. The freighter has been transformed into a transport capable of carrying 1,700 troops on their return home from overseas. Photograph taken on February 3, 1919, and released by the M.I.D. Censor on February 19, 1919.

Caption: Caproni biplane demonstrating elevation control at the Aviation Experiment Station in Hampton, VA during World War One. (Photo obtained from C.O. Photographer - AU ID: 83729, taken on Sept. 11, 1917.) This image is classified for official use only.

A badly damaged truck is being salvaged and brought in on a truck. This photograph was taken on January 21, 1919, in Dommartin-les-Toul, Meurthe et Moselle, France. The truck belongs to the 439th Supply Train, M.T.C. Service Park No. 1, which was a part of the 2nd Army. Photographer: Tesse Campbell, S.C.

Preparations underway at Roosevelt Field, L.I., for the arrival and maintenance of the British dirigible R-34 in July 1919. The photograph, taken on July 14, 1919, shows the front gondola of the dirigible, which houses the controlling apparatus, navigation chart room, windlass room, and one gasoline engine. All gondolas have an aluminum ladder leading to the crew's accommodation in the main shell. Photo number: 60675. Taken by Sgt. Steniger, S.C. Received on July 17, 1919.

H.C. Osteran, Secretary of the Lincoln Highway Association, and Lieut. Col. William B. Doran, Publicity Officer of the Trans-Continental Tour, are pictured in their Chalmers Six car at the laying of the Zero Milestone on the start of the M.T.C. Trans-Continental Tour. The photograph was taken on July 7, 1919 in Washington, D.C. (Image Description: Photograph captured a significant moment in military activities during World War I with individuals standing by a car.)

This photograph shows a DH4 plane, which was commonly used during World War One. The aircraft is labeled as "SUBJECT" from the D.M.A. 54343 collection. The photographer's name is not mentioned, but the description on the image states that it is an "AIRPLANE TYPE" photograph.

Zero Mile Stone being laid at the north entrance of the Ellipse at the start of the Motor Transport Corps' transcontinental recruiting tour to San Francisco, California. The photograph shows a Motor Transport Corps oil tank truck, number 60570, which is responsible for hauling fuel oil for other cars. The photo was taken on July 1, 1919, by Sgt. N.A. Coombs.

Extensive preparations are seen at Roosevelt Field, L. I., for the arrival of the British dirigible R-34 on July 6, 1919. Two center gondolas are visible, each equipped with an engine and propeller. The photograph was taken by Sergeant Steniger on July 14, 1919.

An image of a damaged plane from Love Field in Dallas, Texas. The plane ran into a fence two miles east of Carrolton on August 14, 1918. The lower left and right wings were damaged in the incident. The pilot was Lieutenant V.A. Kelly, and the passenger was Lieutenant Taylor. This photograph was received from the D.M.A. Photographer in December 1918 and is labeled for official use only.

Historical Transportation - Nevada. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

"Photograph taken in 1919 showing various types of airplanes used during World War One. This image is numbered 13041 and was captured by photographer Reco. The caption notes that the photograph was issued by the EU Synol and includes a reference to IC 3-0000."

The image shows a Motor Truck Reception Park where automobiles are being loaded onto cars for shipment. The photograph is numbered 62,057 and was taken by the Signal Corps during World War I. This park served as a hub for moving military vehicles.

"Government Arsenal, Watervliet, N.Y. Manufacture of big guns. Portable conveyor. This machine operates electrically enabling very rapid loading or unloading of freight."

Side view of a Cadillac Sedan Car with the number 62600 at M.T.C. Garage No. 3 in Washington D.C. The photograph was taken by Sgt. Hitz of the Signal Corps on September 8, 1919. The car was issued with Symbol A on September 3, 1919, and bears the USA 15354 3-400 serial number.

Photograph taken by Sgt. J. T. Seabrook on February 3, 1919 in Liffol-le-Grand, Vosges, France. The image shows the tracks and rolling stock of a railroad that was constructed at the railhead during World War I. Noter: Photograph number 41275 issued on December 12, 1918.

Wreck of Aeroplane #39344, located three miles northwest of Osborne, Ohio. The photograph shows the damaged aircraft belonging to Lt. W. Goody. The image was taken on June 3, 1918, and received from Wilbur Wright Field on July 11, 1918. The descriptive label reads as "BU MOTES: 393 14."

Troops disembarking on the deck of S.S. George Washington as it arrives in the New York City. The photograph was taken on February 24, 1919, by Lt. Geo. H. Lyon. The ship can be seen being moored into its slip. This image is the 398th in the series, with identification numbers 903 and 9818.

Automobile transports carrying English reserve troops rush to the front lines during World War One. This photograph captures the urgent movement of troops and resources as they are mobilized to support military operations. The image is part of a collection of 757 photos, with this particular one labeled as 7857.

"VICTORY PARADE, NEW YORK, N.Y. Port Utilities Float. Department of Steamfitting, seen in the photograph taken on 5-3-19 by Lieutenant Geo. M. Lyon, S.C. The float bears the message "KEEP FAITH THOSE WHO DIED, BUY BONDS" and highlights the importance of supporting the war effort by becoming a bondholder."

The Motor Transport Corps parade in Washington, D.C. was led by General Drake. This photograph, taken by Sot. Warner on June 28, 1919, shows a type of touring car used for passenger service. The car has the number 60533. The image was issued by the Motor Transport Corps.

"Participants ride on a Liberty Loan float during the Victory Parade in New York, New York. The photo was taken on May 3, 1919, by photographer T. Geo. H. Lyon. The float bears the number 47955 and encourages viewers to invest in the welcome home campaign."

Somebody Had an Accident on Prairie Road 20 Miles South of La Junta. Original caption: Cross Country tour to far west - A. L. Westgard - 1911. Somebody had an accident on prairie road 20 miles south of La Junta. Mr. Westgard. Feb. 1911. State: Colorado Place: La Junta.

A Macchi seaplane is seen in a 3/4 side view at Langley Field, Virginia in 1917. The photograph was taken at Sangley Field. It was released by W.O.D. to the Photo Division Supply Officer on December 199, and issued for distribution in December 1917. Reference number: 111-SC-1276.

A Harley-Davidson side car chassis manufactured by Harley-Davidson Motor Co., in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This photograph was taken on November 19, 1918, and bears the corresponding identification number 32716. This image is classified for official use only.

In this photograph, the Pomilio aircraft can be seen from a 3/4 rear view perspective. The image was taken on January 15, 1919, at the Aviation Experiment Station in Hampton, Virginia. The photographer and recipient information are provided, as well as the issued number and absence of any accompanying notes.

Marshall Foch's train arriving at Compiegne in November 1918 for the conference that lead to the signing of the Armistice. The Armistice was signed in Car No. 2419 D, near Rethondes, approximately 10 miles northeast of Compiegne. Image taken by the Signal Corps photographer.

Air Cargo - All States. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

A Spad plane is seen ready to take off in this photograph. It is the same type of plane as seen in photograph Se-21411. The photo was received from the French Pictorial Service in December 1919 and passed by the M.I.D. censor, although the exact date of censorship is not provided. This photograph is designated for official use only.

Ceproni Biplane landing at the Aviation Experiment Station in Hampton, VA. This photograph was taken by a photographer with the symbol number 111-SC-3739. It was issued on September 11, 1917. The image shows a clear view of the biplane as it lands. The handwritten notes indicate that the photograph was related to aviation activities.

Caproni airplane arriving at Polo Grounds, Washington, D.C., from Langley Field, Virginia in 1919. This photograph was taken in 1917.

Anefo photo collection. Traffic. Opening Harwich line. November 16, 1945. Great Britain, Harwich, Hoek van Holland, South Holland

Image showing trolley cars of the Mahoning and Shenango Railway & Light Co. in Youngstown, Ohio during World War 1. The trolley car in the image is numbered as 53,625. This photograph was taken as part of a series documenting American military activities during that period.

Front view of the S.I.A. aircraft at the 54375 Aviation Experiment Station in Hampton, VA. The photograph was taken by an unknown photographer on January 15, 1919. Image shows detailed view of the plane. S.I.A is a commonly used abbreviation for Society of Italian Aviators.

Caption: 1916 12 H.P. Caterpillar tractor, manufactured by Holt Mfg. Co., Peoria, IL and Stockton, CA, served as the basis for the design of the 2 1/2 ton artillery tractor (Model T-13) used during World War I. This photograph is restricted for official use only.

North American P-51 "Maggie's Drawers" heads out on a sortie.-FRANCE

Locomotives at Railway Placement Heerlen. Album leaf with five photos of locomotives with associated numbers and type indication. Part of photographic travel report of the visit of the Stephenson LoComotive Society to the Netherlands.

Hold Mfg. Co. from Peoria, Illinois manufactured this caterpillar adapter for a motor truck during World War One. The adapter was used for military purposes and was photographed by the Motor Transport Corps. The item's serial number is SURECT 47374, and the photograph was documented on May 15, 1919. The description of the adapter can be referenced with the reference code A. U. 188U C. The notes state that the item is designated for official use only and was marked with GARFORS number 347384.

A damaged plane at Love Field in Dallas, Texas. The corner of the wing, propeller, lower wings, and one wheel are all affected. The pilot, Capt. Dodd, was involved in a forced landing. Issued Note: Not for publication. For official use only. Photograph taken on December 3, 1918.

"Motor Truck Train on Endurance Run. Company 6 during a smooth stretch near Stoyestown, PA. Taken in February 1918. Photo released by W.C.D to Photo Div., 8.C. Number A. 1918."

Aircraft, Burma, India & INDIA,Transportation War

A wrecked aircraft that got into a spin and crashed one mile south of Waco, Texas, at the Air Service Flying School at Rich Field. This photo was taken in December 1918. The caption carries a symbol and indicates it's issued for official use only.

Aircraft and Airports - Montana. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Logging: Transportation: Trucks - South Dakota. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Collection 558 pH. C. Visser. Photo album fisherman: British Indies, Nepal, Z.D. (1932). Album leaf with three photos. Top left: Philips Christiaan Visser in ambassador stunning. At the top right: a man stands for a steam train. Under: Jenny Visser-Hooft in Rijcostuum next to a truck on which her dog Tashi Tsering. 1932. India

S.V.A. aircraft, numbered 54374, seen from a 3/4 rear view at the Aviation Experiment Station in Hampton, Virginia. The photograph was taken on January 15, 1919. The aircraft is labeled as an experimental model with the identification number Mo Notes: 6372 om H 239.

Camping Trailers. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Anefo photo collection. KLM. DC4, Flying Fortress. 1945. Noord-Holland, Schiphol

Coal and wood pile with cars loaded for shipment in St. Denis, Seine, France. This photograph was taken by Subiect 4969 Sgt. Corno Chan, S.C. on 26th December 1918. This image is numbered recto 3-1-19 and is described as showing cars filled with wood.

A Caproni plane flying at the Aviation Experiment Station in Hampton, Virginia. The photograph was taken on August 9th or 10th, 1917.

A photograph of a trailer carrying engineers' equipment issued by the Motor Transport Corps during World War One. The photo was taken in January 1919 by an unidentified photographer. This image is numbered as 31185 and is marked as "For official use only."

Rijkswaterstaat photo collection. Improving the channel from Ghent to Terneuzen. Bridges and railway conversion in Sluiskil. Diver with expanded water pipe and new railroad tracks the channel. MAY 9, 1906. Sluiskil, Sluiskil, Terneuzen, Terneuzen, Zeeland, Zeeland

Aircraft and Airports - Montana. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Progress of Alaska Highway north of Dawson Creek. State: Alaska.

Long Lines Of Coolies Pass Back And Forth Loading And Unloading Their Baskets On The Airstrip. This Airfield Is To Speed Delivery Of Engineer Equipment For Building The Road To Connect With The Ledo Road.

Solomon Railroad. Alaska Task Force Photographs

A photograph showing a medical department motorcycle with a sidecar. This motorcycle is of the Indian type and is used by the American military during World War One. The image was taken on July 2, 1918, as recorded by the photographer. This photo has a documentation number of 32720. Note that this image is classified as "FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY" by the Department of the Navy.

American Association of State Highway Officials (AASHO), 13th Annual Convention, Denver, Colorado. Original caption: American Association of State Highway Officials (AASHO), 13th Annual Convention, Denver, Colorado. State: Colorado. Place: Denver.

Description: Hong Kong Tramway. Engine Room Interior Looking North. May 1904. Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong Date: May 1904 hongkong, asia, asiathroughalens

Part of rail after derailment in Hultafors on 22/2 1958.

The image shows a De Haviland fuselage at the Dayton-Wright Co. plant in Dayton & Moraine City, Ohio, in June 1918. The fuselage is equipped with a Liberty Motor, a common engine used in airplanes during World War I. The photograph was taken for official use only.

State Railways, SJ F locomotives

Collection 558 pH. C. Visser. Photo album Visser: Dutch East Indies, China, Japan, the Netherlands, Switzerland, 1930. Album leaf with four photos. Top left: Jenny Visser-Hooft in Bandung prior to a flight over the volcanoes; From left to right: the commander flight service, Jenny Visser-Hooft, Dr. Wolff and the pilot; Bottom left: the company at the military aircraft that allows them to make a trip on the volcanoes; At the top right: Jenny Visser-Hooft with the management of the radio service for the Malabar radio station at Bandung; Bottom left: Jenny Visser-Hooft at the car in Cheribon. 1930/10/04. Bandung, Cheribon, Indonesia, Java, Dutch East Indies

Scout plane performing in an aerial circus at Potomac Park, Washington, D.C. The close-up shot captures the details of the aircraft. The photograph was taken on April 16, 1919, by Photographer S. Franklin. The description was issued on April 13, 1919, with the photo identification number 47221.

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