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Photos capturing soldiers from the 127th Infantry and American Aero Squadron in historical military exercises during WWI.

Soldiers from the 127th Infantry, 32nd Division are seen in this image during their journey to the Rhine River near Manderschel, Germany. The photograph was taken on December 7, 1918, and received on February 26, 1919.

"Troops of the 31st Division in review at Camp Wheeler, Macon, GA during World War One. The soldiers can be seen in formation and in review. (This image can be combined with 4779, 4777, and 4780 to form a panorama). Photograph taken on February 4, 1918 by Lt. H.P. Kingsmore, Signal Corps."

Cpl. Ingleston from South Carolina photographing the Number Band as they greet the men of the 3rd Army, USA during their advance towards the German border. The photo was taken on November 22, 1918 in Bettenburg, Duchy of Luxemburg. This image is part of the collection 38477.

"Photograph of American military airplanes during World War One, taken in 1919. The image shows various types of airplanes, including biplanes and monoplanes. The photographer captured this image as a record of the different aircraft used by the American military during this time. The photograph bears the symbol AU, indicating it was issued for official use."

"Image captured on November 7, 1918, by Lt. Wm. Fox, S.C. The photograph shows the western abutment of the bridge over the west canal of the Meuse River in Dun sur Meuse, France. The bridge was being repaired by the 308th Engrs. 3rd Army Corps after being blown up by the Germans. The image has been passed by the A.E.F. censor, but the issuing date is not specified."

Bird's eye view of Key West, FL, taken from a hydroaeroplane 3300ft in the air. This photograph was taken on March 2, 1918, by photographer IT.H.P.Kingssmore,SIG.R.C. It shows the U.S. Naval Station and Naval Barracks in Key West. The image was part of a series taken from an altitude of 3000ft. The photograph was not intended for publication and was dated March 22, 1918.

Pvt. J. W. Beach from the S.C. division, photographed on August 16, 1918, at Camp Bassens in Bordeaux, France. The image shows a water supply pipe line. The photograph passed the A.E.F. censor, and it was issued as F B Notes 23/43.

Troops of the 57th Brigade participating in a practice hike at Camp McClellan, Anniston, Alabama on February 15, 1915. They are preparing for a Divisional review. Photo taken by Lt. H.P. Kingsmore of the Signal Reserve Corps. Censored and released by the War College Division Laboratory on March 14, 1913.

Aerial View of Lens, Belgium - This photograph, taken by a Signal Corps photographer during World War I, provides an aerial view of Lens, Belgium. The purpose of this photograph was to capture the strategic location of Lens in relation to military activities.

American tanks, specifically the Baby Renault Tanks, commonly referred to as Two Man Tanks, were parked at Varennes for inspection and repairs after a battle. This photo captures the tanks belonging to the 321st Company, 302nd Tank Center, in Varennes-en-Argonne, France during World War One. The photograph was approved by the A.E.P. censor but the date of its release is unknown. 1-a

Caption: "American improvised anti-aircraft mount with a 75mm French gun, equipped with protection and ammunition at the 1st provisional anti-aircraft Battery in Chaumont, Ete Marne, France. This photograph, taken by Sgt. Jack Abbott on November 26, 1918, showcases the military activities during World War One."

21st Grand Division Transportation Corps at Camp Pullman in France. The photograph captures a scene at Aytre with a chateau in the background. The image was numbered 57768 and the photographer recorded the date as July 15, 1919, but the photo was taken on October 1, 1918. It is marked with the description symbol B and belongs to the 21st Grand Div Transportation Company. The photo is labeled "NOT FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY."

American ene-pound gun equad returning to camp. This photograph shows soldiers from the A.E.F. (American Expeditionary Forces) with their one-pound gun. The image was taken during World War I and was received on March 1, 1918. The photograph is part of the Photographs of American Military Activities collection and was released by the W.O.D. (War Office Division) to the Photo Division on the same day. The laboratory notes indicate photograph number 987-1581a.

"111-SC-21587: English-French wireless outfit used by 305th Field Signal Bn., 80th Div. This set, led by Sgt. 1st Cl. Chas. H. Brickel, Jr., utilizes a four-foot aerial, allowing it to transmit signals up to a half mile. With a 15-foot aerial, the range extends to 4-5 miles. Beauval, France."

National Army Artillery conducting a maneuver in the California hills at Camp Kearny, San Diego. Photograph taken on April 17, 1918, during World War One. Image number 111-SC-7442, taken by E.M. Jackson, Signal Corps. This photograph was censored and released by the War College Division on April 20, 1918.

Official photograph of the weekly conference of the Division Quartermaster and Supply officers of the 26th Division. Major Elon F. Tandy, Q.M.C. Division Quartermaster, is seen in the center. These meetings have played a vital role in improving the supply system functionality within the Division. Taken on August 9, 1918, at Nanteuil-sur-Marne, France, and approved by the A. E. F. Censor on September 1, 1918.

Soldiers from the 40th Division at Camp Kearny, San Diego, California, can be seen building a dug-out in this photograph taken by Lt. Edward M. Jackson. The image was censored and released on May 3, 1913, by the War College Div.

Cpl. R.H. Ingleston, S.C. hauling logs using horse power. The photograph was taken on November 3, 1918, near Vagney, Vosges, France. The 20th Regiment of Engineers was engaged in this activity. The image was passed by the A.E.F. censor. Issued notes: 01.24460, with an additional photograph taken on September 25, 1916.

Image depicts LT. Jackson, a photographer, capturing the aftermath of the Battle of Bund in the Ypres District, Belgium on November 21, 1918. The photo shows the Number Battalion Headquarters of the 105th Infantry, which was previously known as the 2nd New York Infantry and included detachments from the 71st and 12th New York Infantry.

Image: The photograph shows a bleak scene of ruins in the French village of Seicheprey after a military action during World War One.

Private D. W. Kelly of the Signal Corps is pictured alongside a tugboat salvaging a British Expeditionary plane lost in the English Channel. The pilot of the plane, 1st Lieutenant Norton Downs Jr., drowned on the night of October 23, 1918. The photograph was taken at Ford Junction Aerodrome in Sussex, England.

The photograph shows the main street in Vigneulles, France during World War One. The image is taken from a G-2 photographer and numbered 59643. It was received on May 12, 1919. The caption describes the image as "The principal street at Vigneulles, France." The photograph includes symbols denoting its issue and is part of the Official European Union records.

Soldiers from the 164th Regiment Infantry's Headquarters Company are seen leaving their trenches at the 1st Corps School in Gondrecourt, France, on September 21, 1918. Their mission is to lay barbed wire entanglements. The photograph, numbered 19705, was taken by Sgt. J.J. Marshall and issued by the Pioneers Division. Approved by A.E.F Censor.

Aerial view of the 7th Aero Squadron at Port Sherman in the Canal Zone, taken on February 9th, 1918. The photo shows the Huber A-7 biplane parked on the flying field, with the view looking south from the north end of the field. (Note: Photograph number is 4392.)

Image depicts the aftermath of bombardment on Number E Street in Chateau Thierry, France during World War One. The photograph, taken on June 1, 1918, shows barricades and the destruction caused by the bombardment. It was taken by Sgt. A. C. Duff and was reviewed by the A.E.P. Censor on June 24, 1918.

Photograph taken on October 4, 1918, by Lt. H.A. Strohmeyer, S.C. It shows soldiers loading bread onto a Liberty truck. The load weighs 6,000 lbs. and is meant to be distributed to various units of the 84th Div. stationed along a 30-mile railway stretch from Monpont to Chateau 1'Eveque, Dardogne, France (Montpont, Sordogne). The photograph has been approved by the A.E.F. censor. Image ID: 111-SC-25403 V5403.

Soldiers of Co. K, 110th Regiment Infantry, formerly 3rd & 10th Regiments Infantry Pennsylvania National Guard, march through a town captured by their comrades in Varennes-en-Argonne, Meuse, France on September 26, 1918. The photograph was taken by Sgt. A.C. Duff and released by the A.E.F. Censor. (50 words)

Sgt. Chas. Mace captured a photo on Oct. 29, 1918, showing the advanced emergency gas crew for observation balloons. The photo depicts Cpl. James M.M. Stuart (left) and Cpl. E. C. Drumheller standing at the entrance of their dugout. The location is Apremont, Meuse, France. The image was approved by A.E.F. censor, but the exact date is unknown.

Physical drill taking place at Fort Sam Houston in Texas during World War One. The photograph, numbered 111-SC-10780, was taken by a photographer from the Signal Corps in 1919. The image shows soldiers engaging in organized physical training exercises.

Soldiers from the S.A.T.C. (Student Army Training Corps) at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona engaging in rifle practice. The photograph, labeled number 58750, was taken by the photographer RECO on April 30, 1919. This image is marked as "For Official use only."

Men of the 105th Machine Gun Battalion, 27th Division, rest in St. Souplet, France on October 21, 1918. This unit was formerly known as Squadron "A" of the New York Cavalry, with detachments from the 1st New York Cavalry and the Separate Machine Gun Troop of the New York Cavalry. The photo was taken by Lt. Edward N. Jackson.

Pvt. J.W. Beach captured a photograph of wooded barges under construction at Bassons Docks in Bordeaux, France. The exact date is unknown, but the photo was taken between August 24 and October 23, 1918. The photograph was approved by the A.E.F. censor and issued, but no further notes are provided.

A photograph taken by 2nd Lt. A.C. Duff, S.R.C. on October 18, 1918, depicts a wrecked street in Grandpre, a town in Ardennes, France. At the time this photo was taken, the Germans occupied one end of the town while the Americans held the other. The street was named after the Crown Prince. It was passed by the A.E.F. censor, and the date of issuing was not given.

Caption: Battery C, 6th Field Artillery, 1st Division, led by Captain I.R. McLendon, seen here leapfrogging to a new position at Mont. The battery fired the first shot for America on the Lorraine front and also defended Soissons and Beaumont, France during World War One. Photograph taken on September 12, 1918.

U.S. Naval Railway Battery heading towards the front in St. Nazaire, France. Photo taken on December 5, 1918 by Cpl. L. H. McLaughlin. The image shows soldiers and equipment in a railway yard. It was approved by the A.E.P. censor but the exact date is unknown. (Caption ID: 29416)

Soldiers participating in a simulated battle at Camp Meade, Maryland. The infantry can be seen defending a ridge. The photograph was taken on May 24, 1919, and was captured by Sergeant R.E. Warner, a photographer for the S.C. The image is part of a collection entitled "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One."

A photograph taken by J.W. Beach, S.C. (Pvt), during World War I at Camp Sabres in Bordeaux, France. The image shows a general view of a mill and yard. The photo was issued with the notes: 223292 --006, and passed by A.S.P. censor, with the date not given.

Soldiers of Headquarters Company, 33rd Division, pose with their horses in the permanent stable at Melleins aux Bois, France. The photograph was taken on June 26, 1918, and approved by the A. E. F. censor on July 8, 1918.

Cpl. R.H. Ingleston sorting through a table of documents at the American military base near Vagney, Vosges, France during World War One. This photograph was taken on September 26, 1918, by Sumber and received on November 3, 1918. The image has been approved by the A.E.F. censor.

"Photograph taken on March 18, 1919, by an unidentified photographer from the Signal Corps. The image captures the view from German trenches east of Heckon, looking towards France. The notes indicate that this photograph is numbered 185 out of a series of 10."

Pvt. E.J. Peters of the 8th Cavalry passing the reviewing stand with troops from the 60th Brigade near Beaucourt, Somme, France in 1918. Photograph taken by Photographer E. Troops on November 14, 1918.

German prisoners captured during the first American raid on German machine gun positions. They are seen here alongside French soldiers, indicating the collaborative effort between the two allies. This photograph was taken by the Signal Corps and later censored and released by the War College Division in April 1918.

Sergeant Jackson, a photographer, captured this image on September 29, 1918, during World War I. It shows the 26th U.S. Engineers, who were non-combatant soldiers, supplying water to advancing troops in Bethineourt, Meuse, France. The photograph was released by the AEP censor, but the exact date of its publication is unknown.

Image showing soldiers from C Co., 1st Battalion, 167th Infantry (formerly 4th Regiment, Inf. Ala. N.G.) of the 42nd Division, stationed in camouflaged tents behind the lines near Suippes, France. The photograph was taken on July 6, 1918, and approved by the A.E.P. censor on July 29, 1918.

Image of a 6" Sutton mortar at Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland. This photograph was taken by the Signal Corps, USA, in May 1918. The mortar is seen under water, indicating it was used for testing purposes. This image is not intended for publication. Photo notes indicate the number 9210520.

Soldiers from Company H, 165th Infantry (formerly known as the 69th Regiment of the New York National Guard) during World War I can be seen throwing hand grenades near Brouville, France on April 16, 1918. The photograph was taken by Sgt. 1st class Ch&a. H. White, S.C. on May 22, 1918. The image is cataloged as 111-SC-11284 in the collection "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One."

American soldiers engage in gardening activities at the American Evacuation Hospital #2 in Baccarat, France on June 8, 1918. The photograph showcases the soldiers participating in agriculture for their sustenance. This image was authorized by the A.E.F. censorship and taken by the Signal Corps on July 22, 1918.

before bombardment by enemy. Number 0-2, Photographer 66190, Reco 5-12-19. Description issued by J, taken with symbol E. One of the mills in Wenduyne, Belgium.

Lieutenant Fleming communicating via field telephone station to a motorcycle messenger in Camp Meade, Maryland. This photo from May 20, 1918, shows the 304th Field Signal Battalion during their practice field work.

U.S. soldiers from the Headquarters, Machine Gun and Supply Companies, 30th Regiment of Infantry, 3rd Division, are seen here on the road to Meaux during World War One. This photo was taken on June 2, 1918, as they were making their way to the trenches to counter the German drive on Paris. The image was approved for release by the A.E.F. Censor on June 24, 1918.

Barbed wire enclosure at Base Section 1 Camp Montoir, France, where German prison barracks are to be constructed. The photo, taken on August 11, 1918, shows Corporal Molaughlin at the site. It was approved by the A.E.P. Censor, but the date of approval is unknown.

German prisoners carrying American wounded in Boureuille, Meuse, France on September 26, 1918. The photograph was taken at 1:15 PM. This image was received on November 4, 1918 and was approved by the A.R.F. Censor. Identifier number is 111-SC-24710, photographer is Sgt. A. C. Duff, s.c.

"October 29, 1918 - Private Campbell of the 112th Infantry captured this image of a German tank in Bouillonville, Meurthe et Moselle, France. The tank is armed with a 77mm field piece mounted in the rear, and 7 machine guns. The tank is marked with the number 727 on its sides."

A photograph showing a view of Coucy le Chateau in France, taken during World War One. The photographer's number is 65293, taken on May 12, 1919. The symbol E. U. is mentioned in the description, suggesting it might have been issued by the European Union. Coucy le Chteau is noted in the accompanying notes.

Soldiers from the 21st Grand Division Transportation Corps photographed at Camp Pullman, France. The image shows their connection with Etat, Aytre. The photograph was taken on October 23, 1918 and received on July 15, 1919. It is part of the SOTF collection and has the identifier number 57894 S.C. PHOTOGRAPHER.

Image of Major H.L. Hill, Major John A. Street, Capt. O.L. Arnold, and Sgt. Maj. Glenn C. Cole of 128th Infantry, 32nd Division. The photo was taken on October 25, 1918, approximately 400 meters north of Epinonville in Meuse, France. The cemetery is visible in the background.

Caption: Air Service Flying School, Rich Field, Waco, Texas. Two planes, 5019 and 3847, sustained damage when they accidentally collided while taxiing. This photograph was taken in December 1918 and is restricted for official use only. Not for publication.

Planes conducting bombing practice at Ellington Field in Texas, 1918.

Cpl. C. D. Donnelly is depicted in this photograph, taken on July 30, 1918, at Andover, England. The image shows a Handley Page aircraft being folded up and prepared for storage in the hangar. The photograph is held by the A.E.F. censor, but the exact date of issuance is unspecified (Notes: jol 18716).

A temporary pump is being installed at a canal for the purpose of testing tank cars at Camp Pullman in France. This photograph depicts the activities of the 21st Grand Division Transportation Corps during World War One. Date: May 16, 1919. Image number: 57163 S.C. Photographer: ECD.

German machine gun emplacement on Hindenburg line on the east bank of St-Quentin tunnel. The emplacement was demolished by British high explosive shells and had a field of fire covering the approach to the bridge over the canal. The walls were made of concrete with steel reinforcing grillage. Located in Bellenglise, Aisne, France. Pass by A.E.F. censor, date not given.

Members of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) participate in rapid fire exercises at Camp Jackson, South Carolina. This activity, captured in photograph number 69,094, was taken by a photographer from South Carolina on August 2, 1920. The image is described as a symbol of ROTC activities at the camp. The photograph was issued on July 16, 1920, and has additional handwritten notes from 2004.

Pvt. Barnes took this photograph on October 29, 1918, at the U.S. Naval Air Station at L'Aber Vrace, Finistere, France. The image captures a BAN HS1 type flying boat on patrol, as seen from another plane. The photograph was released by A.E.F. Censor on December 23, 1918.

"42nd Division infantrymen of the One hundred and sixty-fifth Infantry are seen in this photograph preparing for a practice charge. The photo was taken in January 1918 and was censored and released on March 3, 1913 by the War College Division Laboratory."

Construction of the departure tracks under the supervision of Pvt. Campbell of the 23rd Engineers. The photo was taken in Montierchaume, Indre, France, between December 13, 1918, and October 16, 1919. The image shows a view looking west, with the tracks being built in preparation for future military activities. This photograph has been cleared by the A.E.P. censor.

An airplane equipped with a fixed camera gun, showing its sight and gun, at Ellington Field in Houston, Texas. This photograph was taken by Lt. H. P. Kinganore of the Signal Reserve Corps on June 12, 1918. It is part of a series of photographs numbered A18 documenting activities at Ellington Field. The photograph is marked as not for public publication and intended for official use only.

Tank crew members at the Tank Corps School near Langres, France, jumping into their mounted positions. The photograph was taken on July 15, 1918, by Sgt. L. Rode of the Signal Corps. It bears the stamp of approval by the American Expeditionary Forces (A.E.F) Censor on August 13, 1918.

Members of the 2nd Field Battalion, Signal Corps, are shown constructing lance pole telegraph lines in Bonvillers, France on June 19, 1918. This photograph, taken by Pvt. Longacre, S.C., has been officially issued with the description number 14,918. The photo was approved by the A. E. F. Censor and has the additional note "14418" attached.

West Point Class of 1921 visiting Italy during their tour. The photograph captures a view of the River Izonso and the Austrian trenches as seen from an Italian gun position. The photograph was taken on December 1, 1919, by Lt. Col. Gr. Harrison, photographer for MUNIC, with the description symbol EU West Point Class.

This image, labeled 111-SC-39315, features Private Lyde L. Eddy, a photographer from the Signal Corps. The photograph was taken on November 11, 1918, near Verdun, France. It shows a maneuvering squad operating at Balloof, Haudaingille, C. The description number is B, and it was issued for this specific military activity.

National Army Artillery conducting manoeuvres in the California hills at Camp Kearny, San Diego, Cal. The photograph was taken in March 1918 as part of the activities of the 40th Division. Released by the War College Division on April 20, 1918. Image number 7453 from the collection.

Sgt. G. Ryden is featured taking a photograph of a forage shed at the Q.M. Remount Depot No. 8 in Carbon Blane, Gironde, France. This shed has a capacity of holding around 350 tons of hay. The photo was taken on February 26, 1919, and was received with the description mentioning that a number was issued by the Military Cross on December 10, 1918.

"This aerial photograph, numbered 252, taken by the Signal Corps, shows an unidentified location during World War One. The image depicts a trench system, providing a detailed view of the strategic military infrastructure. The photo was taken on March 10, 1921, and is part of the TAES 1918 ISSLEDIC collection."

Pvt. J.W. Beach of the Signal Corps is pictured at Boon Camp in Bordeaux, France on October 23, 1918. The photograph was taken on August 28, 1918. The image shows the camp from the lake. The photo was approved by the censor and assigned the description number 0223301.

"Image of a national army soldier throwing a bomb during military training at Camp Lewis, American Lake, Washington. The photograph captures the moment of explosion as the soldier releases the bomb from his hand. Taken during World War One."

21st Grand Div. Transportation Corps, Camp Pullman, France. This photograph, taken on September 17, 1918, depicts truss rods numbered 57688 S.C. It was taken by photographer Reed on July 15, 1919. The symbol "E" represents the 21st Grand Div. Transportation Corps. This photo was issued for material identification, specifically for truss rods. Notations state it is for official use only.

Soldiers in uniform marching in formation during World War One.

Sgt. Carlson, the photographer, captured an image on November 14, 1918, at the 1st Army Salvage Dump at Souilly, Meuse, France, during World War I. In the photo, soldiers, including 2d Lt. John T. Rabbitt and 2d Lt. P. J. Roney of the Quartermaster Corps, are sorting and classifying ordnance materials. This image was released by the AEP Censor, although the specific date of release is unknown.

Sgt. Grier M. Shotwell is seen in this photograph taken on Feb. 26, 1919. The image shows a clearing leading from the railroad at Verst 454 to Blockhouse No.1 in Verst, 455, Russia. This photograph was taken during World War One.

The image shows the destructive effect of a single German 42cm shell on an armored fort in Lucin Liege, Belgium during World War One. This is an official photograph, taken on March 9, 1920. The photo was part of a series of war pictures and was published for the benefit of the Red Cross.

Maj. Gen. Frederick S. Strong conducting a review of the 40th Division at Camp Kearney in Linda Vista, California, during 1918. This image is part of the E. Carl Wallen International Film Series and was designated as subject 4955 in the official records.

Troopers from the 40th Division, National Guard, Camp Kearny, are seen hiking at Torry Pines in Southern California during a 10-day hike. This photo, taken in February 1918 by Lt. Edward N. Jackson and Photographer Sig. R.C. Remay, was issued in April 1918. It was censored and released by the Historical Branch, W.P.D., on May 3, 1918.

Image showing soldiers from the 31st Division receiving training at Camp Wheeler in Macon, Georgia, during World War One. The photograph captures a volley of guns firing simultaneously by Lieutenant H.P. Kingsmore of the Signal R.C. on February 4th, 1918.

Image 23297 depicts Pvt. J.W. Beach of the Signal Corps at the mill and yards in Aurelian, Bordeaux, France. The photograph, taken on August 28, 1918, was received on October 23, 1918. It was approved by the A.E.P. censor, although the specific date is unknown. Additional notes about the image were not provided.

Caption: "Photograph showing the explosion of an intensive incendiary drop bomb during pyrotechnic research conducted by J.A. Richter at Fort Foote, Maryland. Taken on July 12, 1918 by the Chemical Warfare Service; Research Division. (Photo reference: 111-SC-44826)".

Soldiers of the 29th Division at Camp McClellan, Anniston, Alabama, are seen firing Lewis machine guns during a target range exercise on August 19, 1918. The soldiers belong to the 111th and 113th Regiments of the 57th Brigade. This photograph was censored and released by the War College Division Laboratory on March 14, 1918.

Corporal Swain, an American photographer, captured this image on February 26, 1918, during World War I. It shows the initial stages of constructing a flat car, completed in just four minutes, in Rochelle, Charente Inferieure, France. The photograph is labeled as 111-SC-41398, and it was received for documentation purposes on February 26, 1919.

Planes from the Aerial Gunnery School in Oneonta, California engage in aerial combat maneuvers. This photograph was taken on September 5, 1918, and is part of the collection from the Director of Military Aeronautics. The image is numbered 56041.

Close-up view of a 28 cm gun belonging to B Battery Hindenburg on December 1918. The photograph is numbered 36987 and was taken by Pvt. Abbott. It was classified as technical information and should not be published. Issued by C.A. Corps on February 5, 1919.

Sergeant A. C. Duff from the 2nd Battalion, 311th Transport of the 78th Division is seen here on the road to Limey, near Limey, France. The photograph was taken on September 13, 1918 and was later passed by the A.E.P. censor. There are no additional notes or given date of issuance.

"View of Old Mill in Moulin-Schuler wrecked by German shell fire. The milling machine is partially destroyed but still in its original position. This image was taken by Cpl. Allen H. Hanson from the 3rd Bn., 125th Infantry, 32nd Division in Quewenheim, Alsace, Germany during World War One."

West Point Class of 1921 on a tour through Italy, captured in this photo. Lieutenant Colonel G.R. Harrison overlooking roads that were recently traversed. The photo was taken on December 1, 1919, and labeled with the designation "64953." It provides a unique perspective on their journey.

Bridge blown out by the Germans during retreat from Vaux andigny, Aisne, on October 17, 1918. Lt. Jackson is seen standing near the damaged bridge. The town of Bors St. Pierre can be seen in the distance, between Souplet and Vaux-Andigny, Aisne, France. This photograph was released by A.E.F. Censor on January 7th, 1919.

Image of medical storage warehouses with grading for extension in the foreground at Gievres, France during World War One. The photograph was taken by Pvt. W. H. Eels, S. C. It is part of a series of photographs documenting American military activities. Published by the A. E. P. Censor, exact date is unknown.

"Sgt. 1st. Class L. G. Morper shoots rifle grenade during a training session on July 20, 1918. Lt. C. R. Readmar observes the activity conducted by Co. H, 320th Regt. Inf., 80th Division in Boque Maison, France. The photograph was passed by A. E. F. censor on August 13, 1918."

Men of the 42nd Division participate in a training exercise during World War I. The soldiers can be seen throwing grenades while wearing gas masks. The photograph, taken on March 1, 1918, is labeled as A.E.P. Number 15751. This image was issued by W. O. D. to the Photo Division on March 1, 1918.

Soldiers of Headquarters Company, 305th Infantry, 77th Division, take a break to eat on the side of a hill near Cheffy, Vesle River, France. The photograph was taken by Cpl. K. Polk on March 12, 1919, and is part of a collection of American military activities during World War One.

Members of the 152nd Infantry of the 33rd Division are seen in a front line trench, utilizing camouflage left by the Germans. The German line is approximately 1200 yards away from this location, with the Meuse river separating the two sides. This photograph was taken on October 3, 1918, in Forges, Meuse, France at noon. The photograph was passed by the A.E.F. Censor and issued by the W.P.C. (War Productions Committee). Unfortunately, the exact date of issuance is not provided.

Caption: A scene in the town of Jonkers-Hoven, Belgium, showing the devastating destruction caused by enemy forces during World War One. The photograph portrays the aftermath of the attack, with buildings reduced to rubble and debris spread across the streets.

Military police of the 1st Division are seen here waiting in Bersy le Sec, France on July 17, 1918 for the return of German prisoners. The photo was taken by Pvt. R. Longacre and received on Aug. 24, 1918. It was later approved by the A.E.F. censor on Aug. 6, 1918.

Engineers from the 17th Regiment are seen at a sand bank in La Baule, France during World War I. They are collecting sand to use in building road beds for railroad construction. This photograph, labeled 111-SC-10422, was taken on May 9, 1918. It was censored, released, and approved by the Historical Branch, W.P.D. on May 31, 1918.

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