Military and Industrial Workshops

Black and white images of hardware and repair shops, showcasing women workers and military vehicles in early 20th century settings.

Centrifugal pump used in a pumping station at Kelly Field, San Antonio, Texas. The pump has a capacity of 707.76 gallons per minute, with the blades located 60 feet below the surface. This photograph was taken on October 26, 1918, and is not for publication or public use.

Hardware Department at Int. Q.M. Depot No. 1 in Nevers, Nievre, France. The department stores bolts and miscellaneous hardware goods. The photograph was taken on January 8, 1919 by photographer S.G. Ryden. This view was issued by Sumber and received on March 1, 1919. (Caption with technical details and description of the image.)

Lt. Strohmeyer of the S.C is pictured here in Stauplice, France on January 7, 1919. The photograph shows a corrugated iron warehouse (Ordnance) with fire-resistant construction, including iron roof, walls, and columns with Bencrete piers. A fire barrel and bucket are visible in the foreground. Photo taken by photographer S. C.

Image caption: Women workers at the S.K.F. Ball Bearing Co. in Hartford, Conn., engaged in radial grinding on "A" rings for ball bearings during World War I. This photograph was taken by M. S. Groat on January 14, 1919, and received on January 15, 1919.

Repair and Machine Shops at Camp Holabird, MD were vital for the maintenance and repair of military vehicles during World War One. This particular shop specialized in body repair and carpentry services. The photograph was taken by Joe Hitz on July 29, 1919, and is cataloged as image number 61817.

Corp. Palumbo crating a heavy aviation truck at Camp Holabird, Maryland. This photograph was taken on October 31, 1918 and was censored and released by the Military Intelligence Division censor on November 6, 1918. This was a standard procedure for preparing heavy aviation trucks.

Interior and exterior views of the Touloul Plant taken on February 15, 1919. The photograph shows a heat exchanger. The photo was taken by N.A. Comba and was issued number A Me. It was passed by M.I.D. Censor on February 19, 1919. Official use only.

Inside the blacksmith and machine shop at the Port of Embarkation, Fort Mason, California during World War One. This photo, taken by Pvt. Fawcett S.C., shows the equipment and tools used in the workshop. The photo is dated April 1920 and labeled with the symbol REC5-19-1920 TAKES 4-1920. A. The shop is described as a blacksmith and machine shop, and the notes on the photo read "68854 3-1000".

Interior of the Harwood Mill Water Development pumping station during construction. The station features Fairbanks Crude oil engines and Alice Chalmers 10-inch centrifugal pumps. Each pump has a capacity of 2,400 gallons per minute. This photograph, taken by Sgt. Bonner on October 18, 1919, showcases the progress of the construction project.

Women munition workers manufacturing 155 mm shells in a Baltimore, MD factory during World War I. The image shows a general view of the B. Shop where the manufacturing is taking place. The photo was taken on January 16, 1918 by Cpl. V.J. Palumbo.

Centrifugal pump used in a pumping station at Kelly Field, San Antonio, Texas. The pump has a capacity of 707.76 gallons per minute, with the blades located 60 feet below the surface. This photograph was taken on October 26, 1918, and is not for publication or public use.

Interior view of supply depot NUMBER 64.470 located at the Central Department Supply Depot in Chicago, Illinois. The photo was taken on September 14, 1919 by Sergeant Joe Hitz, S.C. The depot appears to be inside a cow barn.

Fire alarm box with a lighting system, hose house, and guard telephone at Port Newark in Newark, New Jersey. The photo was taken on February 13, 1919 by CPL. Steiniger, S.C. It is a part of the telephone system in the Eastern Department during World War One.

Interior view of the motor transportation repair shops in Cency-la-Tour, near Verneuil, France. The photograph shows Pvt. H. Eels, S.C. at work, date of the image is unknown. Released by the A.E.F. censor.

Private N. A. Combs of the Box and Crating Department, under the Maintenance Division of the M.T.C at Camp Holabird, MD. is seen preparing a Packard 3-ton motor truck for crating. The photograph shows the left side of the truck on a skid, ready to be packaged. Officially released by the M.I.D. Censor on 3-10-19.

Interior and exterior views of the Tol Cul Plant, taken on February 6, 1919 by photographer N.A. Comba. The photograph shows a gauge board. The image was passed by M.I.D. Censor on February 19, 1919. Notes indicate it was taken in 18BUED.

Image showing telephone wiring at S.A.T.C., University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The photograph is labeled with subject number 58698 and was taken by the S.A.T.C. at the University of Minnesota. It is part of an official collection for internal use only.

Interior view of Warehouse No. 2 at the International Quartermaster Depot in Nevers, Nievre, France. The photograph, taken on January 8, 1919, shows a gravity roller used for handling merchandise. Image captured by Sgt. Ryden, an American military photographer during World War I.

Interior of charging plant at Chatillon Sur Seine, France. The photograph shows motors and batteries that supply current for the school. Sgt. Bernard Levey took the picture on March 1, 1919. The description was issued on November 5, 1918. This image is for official use only.

Caption: "Image of the Power Plant at Motor Transport Reconstruction Park in Verneuill, Nievre, France during World War One. The photograph shows four 25 K.W. General Electric Company motors and generators installed at the plant. Taken on October 23, 1918, this image was issued a photo number 29949. It passed the A.E.F. censor."

This photograph shows a close-up view of telephone installations at Port Sheridan, Illinois during World War One. The image focuses specifically on the power board and charging motor used in the telecommunications system. Date of photo: April 2, 1919. Issued number: S 2-18-19.

A woman worker operates a traveling crane while a man on the ground stabilizes an 8" recoil body being lowered. The photograph, taken on December 31, 1918, captures the work being done in the ordnance shops during World War I.

Construction workers at the San Francisco experiment station of the United States Bureau of Mines, directed by petroleum technologist Chester Naramore, during World War One. The image shows ongoing war work, likely related to petroleum research and production. The photograph was taken on November 14, 1918, and is part of the Bureau of Mines collection.

A French girl operates a crane at a shop in St. Nazaire, France. Her job involves lifting guns and locomotives. The photograph was taken on August 1, 1918, by Cpl. L.H. McLaughlin and received on December 5, 1918. It was approved by the A.E.F censor.

A sergeant unloads hay at railroad yards in Bordeaux, France. The hay will be placed in stock cars and served as feed for horses during their travel. This photo was taken on December 12, 1918, and is part of the collection of American military activities during World War I.

Sgt. James J. McGarrigle overseeing the packing of Q.M.C. trucks for shipment overseas during World War I. The photograph was taken on September 4, 1916. The image was censored and released by M.J.B. censor. This is part of a series of photographs documenting American military activities during the war.

Boiler Shop in the Marine Repair Branch of the Water Transportation Division, located on a farm between Piers 5 and 6 in New York City. The image is numbered 68166, taken by photographer Capt. Cox S.C. The description includes the date received (April 10, 1920) and the date it was issued (April 3, 1920). There is a note mentioning safety but no further details are provided.

Soldier loading an 8" shell at Bethlehem Loading Co. in May's Landing, NJ. The photograph was taken on December 31, 1918, by Lt. Lubbe. The image shows the extruding machine and bulkheads used in the shell-loading process.

Auto mechanics in the S.A.T.C. studying the construction and practicing repairs on magnetos during World War One. This photograph, numbered 59163 and taken by a S.A.T.C. photographer on April 28, 1919, is an official image from the U.S. military archives.

A single hand, old-style baler at the Operations Base Section Plant in New York. The photograph, taken on April 14, 1919, shows the baler in its closed position. Photo credit to Lt. Lyon. The description number is 47189 and the image was received on April 16, 1919.

The image shows an A.C. Electrical Shop in the Marine Repair Branch. It is located on the lower level between Piers 4 & 5 in New York City. The photograph was taken on April 3, 1920, and received on April 10, 1920. The description and notes indicate that it is numbered 68169 and taken by Capt. Cox S.C.

"Camp Pike College, Camp Pike, Ark. Class in carpentry constructing building by the class. Photo taken on 4-7-1920 by photographer Sot.Hitz.S.C. The image depicts a group of students engaged in carpentry work, as part of their training at Camp Pike College, in Camp Pike, Arkansas."

DESCRIPTION: This photograph, taken on April 17, 1918, at the Government Arsenal in Watervliet, New York, depicts the manufacturing process of big guns. The image closely captures the various gun parts, such as breach rings, recoil bands, and brackets, showcasing the intricate details of their construction. The photograph was released by the War College Division on April 20, 1918, after receiving necessary approvals.

This photograph shows a drawing by American artist Capt. Ernest Peixotto, depicting a locomotive repair shop in Nevers. The photograph was taken on March 1, 1919, by a photographer from the S.C. Lab. The image is registered under the number 42972 and contains additional notes with the numbers 848472.

A photograph taken in 1918 at Camp Holabird, Maryland, shows a new type of crane used for lumber carrying. The crane is seen shifting a pile of lumber from a platform. The image is part of the Photographs of American Military Activities collection during World War One.

A photograph showing the interior of a stock room in the Motor Transportation Repair Shops in Cency-la-Tourm near Verneuil, France during World War One. The image depicts stock shelves. The photograph was taken on July 26, 1918 and released by the A.E.F. Censor.

Image 111-SC-1752 shows Staten Island Shipyards during World War One. The photograph was taken by an unidentified photographer, and it is described as a symbol of shipbuilding activities. This image depicts the busy shipyards in Staten Island during the war.

Sanitary dishwasher used by the military at Camp Hill near Newport News, Virginia. The dishwasher is situated in front of brick fireplaces. Photo was taken on July 11, 1919, by photographer GT. McGarrigle. The description symbol is "A" and the photo was issued under note 60787.

Derrick, a worker in Gray, S.C., can be seen in this photograph taken on April 10, 1919. He is shown undertaking the task of stacking rails that had been brought back from France. This image was captured by a photographer designated as "RECO" on April 12, 1919.

Photo shows a technician working on relay and distributing frames in the telephone exchange at Camp Sherman, Chillicothe, Ohio during World War One. This image is part of the S.C. issued number telephone installations series. Location and date of the photograph are noted in the description.

Construction of temporary War Department building at 7th and B Streets, Washington, D.C. in 1917. The photograph shows workers constructing the building, indicating the efforts to support military activities during World War One. This temporary building was likely constructed to accommodate the growing need for administrative space at the War Department during the war.

Section of the 3rd floor of Pier "B" in Philadelphia, PA. The floor can hold up to 300 lbs per square foot. Cargo is transferred from the ship's hold to either the 2nd or 3rd floor with the help of ships' winches. This photograph was taken on April 3, 1920, by Capt. Cox.S.C.

Soldiers from the Spruce Production Division, Aviation Section, Signal Corps are seen at the U.S. Government's Spruce Cut Up Mill in Vancouver, Washington. They are working to produce spruce for airplane production. This photo was taken by Lt. E.N. Jackson, a photographer for the Signal Corps, on February 18, 1918. Censored and released by the War College Division on March 7, 1918.

Administrative Structures - Arkansas. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

"Photograph of telephone installations at Erie Proving Ground, Fort Clinton, Ohio. Taken by Central Department, Sig. Corps photographer on 4-2-19. The image shows a switchboard room with 0 batteries present. Issued on 2-26-19. Notes: 43001."

Image shows women workers at the SKF Ball Bearing Co. in Hartford, Connecticut during World War I. They are involved in the internal grinding of "B" rings for ball bearings, a crucial task for munitions production. The photograph was taken on January 14, 1919, and was approved by the M.I.D. censor on January 15, 1919.

Unloading airplanes at Hazelhurst Field, Mineola, L.I. on March 7, 1918. The photo shows large cases being unloaded, which contain the fuselage or body of the aircraft. The image was censored and released by W.C.D. It is a part of the collection from the Columbia School of Cinematography.

This photograph shows a phosgene plant at Edgewood Arsenal in Maryland. It was taken in 1918 and is affiliated with the Chemical Warfare Service. The image is labeled with the number 60144 and is part of the series of photographs received on February 19, 1921.

A locomotive repair shop in Nevers during World War One. The image was taken by Ernest Peixotto, a photographer for the American military. The photo is part of a series of photographs documenting American military activities during the war.

Workers are seen manufacturing ordnance at an unidentified location during World War One. The photograph, labeled as number 56254, was taken in 1919 by photographer NECD. The image captures workers at a factory assembling and producing ordnance. Additional details, such as the location and specific activities being undertaken, are not provided in the available information.

Pvt. P. Grembe captured an image on Nov. 14, 1918, at Camp Holabird, M.D. The photo shows a machine shop truck body with tools, intended for mounting on a "3" chassis, crated and prepared for shipment. It was approved by the M.I.D. censor on Nov. 19, 1918. Image reference: 111-SC-26393.

: This photograph shows a close-up view of a Riker truck being prepared for shipment abroad during World War One. The truck, labeled SUMBER 2238 RECO 1918 PROTOTYPE, is being inspected by a photographer from the Signal Corps on January 22, 1918.

This is an image of a line of barrel straightening machines at Midvale Steel & Ordnance Co., Eddystone, PA during World War One. The photograph was taken on April 16, 1918 by photographer N. McDonald. The guns being manufactured in the image were approved by the laboratory.

Sgt. V. J. Palumbo took this photograph on December 21, 1918. It shows a manufacturing facility of the International Arms & Fuse Company in Bloomfield, NJ during World War I. The image depicts 21 point fuse buffing lathes in the foreground and a lacquer spray and exhaust system in the background. The machine in the center is a graded motor with enclosed metal casings. The photograph was inspected and approved by the M.I.D. censor on December 24, 1918.

Soldiers working in a machine shop in Cote d'or, France. The photograph was taken on November 5, 1918, by a photographer named McD. The image shows the interior construction of the machine shop. This photograph was released by the A.E.P. censor on January 7, 1919.

"Road building at Camp A.A. Humphreys, VA. A 5-ton truck stuck in the mud while transporting building materials. Camp Humphreys is a large Engineer training camp, capable of training 25,000 engineers simultaneously. Once completed, it will be one of the premier engineering training camps in the country."

A photograph taken by Pvt. N.A. Combs on March 3, 1919, at Camp Holabird, MD. The image shows the Box and Crating Department under the Maintenance Division of the M.T.C. A complete truck is seen on the left side, ready for crate. This photograph was released by the M.I.D. Censor on March 10, 1919. (50 words)

Private N.A. Combs of the Signal Corps captured this photographic image on March 8, 1919, in Box and Crating Department, under the Maintenance Division of the Motor Transport Corps at Camp Holabird, Maryland. The photo shows the left side and front half of a Pierce Arrow 5-ton truck on a skid. This image was approved by the M.I.D. censor on March 10, 1919.

A member of the US military operates a shell painting device at Bethlehem Loading Co. in May's Landing, New Jersey. The hood of the device is closed, and the operator is in position to paint the shells. The photograph was taken on December 31, 1918.

Pilots' seats being installed in an airplane frame during World War I. This photograph, taken in December 1917, showcases the production process involved in constructing aircraft for military use. The image was released to the Committee on Public Information and subject to approval by the Signal Corps on December 27, 1918.

Caption: "Silk manufactured in the U.S. at the Schwarzenback, Huber & Co. plant in New York City. The process shown is the throwing and uniting of several raw threads, which are then twisted. Date: 4-18-19. This photograph is for official use only. Reco description: Takes sunser au silk."

Interior view of a machine building at the Motor Transport Reconstruction Park in Verneuill, Nievre, France. The photograph, taken on November 13, 1918, shows the truss construction of the building. It was passed by the A.E.F. censor, with the date not specified. Courtsey: 111-SC-29955.

Employees at the Propeller Inspection and Boxing Department of Hall-Scott Meter Car Co. in Berkeley, California, inspect and prepare propellers for military aircraft in 1918.

Private W. J. Beach from the Signal Corps is seen in this photograph taken by photographer Suider. The image was captured at a warehouse in Le Mans Sarthe, France. The location depicted is the truck and engine depot where engineering tools were stored. The photo was received on March 1, 1919, and its descriptive number is 41293. Additional information about the image can be found under the notes with the number 41298.

In this photograph, taken in December 1918 at Souther Field in Americus, Georgia, a proposed new brace is being installed to replace the engine bed arch. This image is not for publication and is for official use only.

Warehouse in Camp Dix, New Jersey, where articles of clothing and equipment are sorted, repaired, and made ready for re-issue. This photograph was taken on April 22, 1919, by Sergeant Newberg. In the image, the Salvage Division can be seen managing the inventory and repair operations.

Image showing women workers at the Standard Welding Company in Cleveland, Ohio, working on draes. The photograph was taken on December 16, 1918, by Pvt. W. J. Miller. It was approved by the military censor on December 27, 1918.

American Red Cross workers sorting supplies in the East Warehouse at La Ferte, France during World War One. This photograph was taken by photographer Ruggles, S.C in August or September 1918. The image was approved for release by the A.E.F Censor on September 1, 1918.

Soldiers at Love Field in Dallas, Texas, are working in a machine shop during World War One. The photograph was taken on August 26, 1918, and was released by the M.I.B. censor on November 15, 1918. The image is marked with the reference number 25586.

An image showing the manufacturing of large guns in the forge shop of the Engineering Division and Ordnance Department. The photograph was taken in December 1918. The caption highlights the subject of the image - types of ordnance being manufactured - and mentions that the photo was issued with a specific identification number for official use only.

Soldiers at Camp Holabird, Maryland, packing motor trucks for shipment overseas during World War I. The photograph, taken in 1918, shows the careful process of loading the trucks onto ships for transport to the war zones. This image captures the logistical preparations made by the American military during the war.

The image captures a section of the Miscellaneous Machine Department in Building "C" of the Lodge & Shipley Manufacturing Company. The photograph, numbered 20840, was taken on March 10, 1921, by a photographer from the Signal Corps. It is an organizational photograph showcasing the busy activity of the department.

A photograph depicting shipbuilding activities during World War One. The image shows workers engaged in constructing a ship. The photograph is labeled as WINNER 3976 and was taken by photographer REOD in 1918. The accompanying notes mention the image being issued with the C taken symbol AU and additional annotations indicating 3-4.

Caption: Women workers at Midvale Steel & Ordnance Co., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, are seen laying out gauges to be used in ordnance shops during World War One. This image, taken on December 31, 1918, showcases the important role played by women in the military industry during the war.

Soldier Steiniger, a photographer for the U.S. Army Signal Corps, captured this image on February 13, 1919, during World War I. The photograph shows a grouping of relay racks, cables, and tool operating positions, used in the Eastern Department's telephone system. This image is marked for official use only.

Cylinder from the USA Steam Lighter "Major Normoyle" bricked up and prepared for heating at the Marine Repair Shop in Hoboken, N.J. This photo was taken by the Signal Corps on July 11, 1919. The cylinder has the identification number 60702.

Small electrical truck loaded with receivers at Midvale Steel & Ordnance Co., Eddystone, PA during World War One. Photographed on April 16, 1918 by N. McDonald. This image documents the gun manufacturing activities during the war. Reissued on April 10, 1918 by W. C. D., subject to approval.

Image shows the view looking down into the hold of a vessel at Cramp's Shipyard. This photograph was taken in December 1917 at the shipyard during World War I. It is part of a series documenting American military activities during the war. Number A-50, photographer Captain G.K. Dawson.

Workers at Camp Alfred Vail in New Jersey operating a storage battery charging plant. The facility is responsible for recharging batteries used in military equipment. This photograph was taken on April 12, 1919, and is part of a series documenting American military activities during World War One.

Brooklyn: 62nd Street - 7th Avenue 1935. still image. Photographs. Irma and Paul Milstein Division of United States History, Local History and Genealogy. New York (N.Y.), Brooklyn (New York, N.Y.), Sewers

"Pvt. N.A. Combs prepares a Pierce Arrow 2-ton truck for crate at the Box and Crating Department, under Maintenance Division, M.T.C. Camp Holabird, MD. The truck, seen from the left side, rear half, is on a skid and ready to be boxed. Photo taken on Mar. 8, 1919."

A photograph showing four Lodge & Shipley C Ingersonn milling machines being used to mill the joints and cylinder faces of crank cases. This photo was taken by a photographer from the Signal Corps. Date of receipt is March 10, 1921. One note indicates that three out of the four Ingersoll milling machines were used for this purpose.

The photograph shows the process of shipbuilding during World War One. It is part of the collection "Photographs of American Military Activities" and is labeled 111-SC-1808. The shipbuilding activity is captured in the image, showcasing the efforts and advancements made to strengthen the American military during the war.

An auto machine shop in the American sector near Genicart. This photograph was taken in February 1918 and was part of the collection issued by the War College Division. Notes regarding the photograph's details and release are mentioned, but not provided in the caption.

Interior and exterior views of the Toloul Plant, taken on February 6, 1919. The photograph shows a crude oil still. It was approved by the M.I.D. Censor on February 19, 1919. The assigned number for this photograph is 937155.

Interior of Repair and Machine Shops at Camp Holabird, MD, showing the trim poster department in Building No. 306. This photograph was taken on July 29, 1919, by Sergeant Joseph Hitz, Signal Corps photographer. Description number B, issued for military activities documentation.

Scene of a mill and lumber yard near Mars-sur-Allier, France. This photograph shows the construction work carried out by the Engineers during World War One. The image was taken on July 25, 1918. The photograph was released by the A.E.F. Censor, and the specific date of issuance is unknown.

This photograph captures a main power panel in a Motor Truck Telephone Office at Gievres, Loire et Cher, France. The panel is shown with ringing interrupters and the rear panels removed. The image was taken by Sergeant J.T. Seabrook on January 6, 1919.

New 217-ton crane installed at Government Arsenal in Watervliet, New York for handling large guns being manufactured. Another crane of the same type being installed. This crane is the largest ever erected in any government plant. Photograph taken on April 2, 1918, released on April 20, 1918, by the War College Division.

A photograph capturing the new power plant under construction at the Motor Transport Reconstruction Park in Verneuill, Mievre, France during World War One. The plant is to be equipped with 2000 horsepower steam turbines that will run on coal as fuel. The image was taken by Pvt. Campbell on October 23, 1918.

Ethylene generators at Edgewood Arsenal, MD, used by the Chemical Warfare Service during World War One. These generators produced ethylene gas, which was used in chemical warfare operations. The image was taken in 1918. Note the separate seals and exhaust pipes on the generators.

A steam dredge is seen at work in the slip between Piers 4 and 5 at the Port of Embarkation in Hoboken, N.J. The dredge is a large type of steam shovel or scoop used for dredging work. The photograph was taken on 5-31-19 by SGT. Steiniger, S.C. Photographer, with the RECO description taken and issued on 6-6-19. N/A is the symbol for this image, and there are no additional notes available.

A rounding machine at a Mechanical Bakery in France during World War One. The machine is used to roll bread into regulation round loaves. The dough is carried from the divider to the rounding machine via a conveyor on top, allowing it to rise for an additional eight minutes. Taken on April 14, 1919, by Sgt. G. Ryden.

This photograph shows Department of Mechanical Repair Shop No. 306 and Yards at Camp Holabird, MD during World War One. The chassis in Bay No. 1 is can be seen, and the photograph was taken by Sgt. Combs on June 18, 1919. AO (Army Orders) were issued on June 30, 1919.

Image captures Lt. Lubbe operating a fulminating cap loading press at Eddystone Munitions Corporation in Eddystone, PA. The photograph was taken on December 31, 1918.

A ditch digger and tractor being used for construction work at Langley Field, Hampton, VA during World War One. This photograph, labeled 111-SC-3505 and taken in November 1917, emphasizes its official use only.

Group of women workers operating screw machines at the Cleveland Hardware Company in Cleveland, Ohio during World War One. The photograph was taken by Pvt. W. J. Miller on December 16, 1918 and approved by the M.I.D. censor on December 27, 1918.

In this image, a worker applies dope to an airplane wing. The dope, when applied, contracts the linen material of the wing. This contraction helps to counteract friction with the air, thereby improving the aerodynamic performance of the airplane. This photograph was taken during World War I in December 1917.

The image captures an electric generating plant at a base port in France during World War One. This photograph has a reference number of 61,710 and it was taken by the Signal Corps. The plant appears to provide power to the nearby military installations and is of strategic importance for the war effort.

Workers at Cramp's Shipbuilding Yards in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, are seen hard at work during World War One. This image captures the bustling shipbuilding activities that were crucial in supporting the American military efforts during the war.

Caption: "Pvt. J. P. Ferguson, of the 8th Company, is seen helping in the construction of steel framework for repair shops in Verneuil, France. The repair shops are being built by the boys of 301st and 302nd Q.M.C. Motor Transport Repair Service during World War I."

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