Military Construction Activities

Photos of construction and logistical operations by American military personnel in early 20th century, showing docks and transportation of supplies.

Hydraulic dredge at Bassens Docks, Bordeaux, France. Constructed by American engineers in April 1918. This photo, labeled 111-SC-10234, was taken on May 9, 1918, by photographer ECO. It shows the number B hydraulic dredge in action at the docks. The photo was censored and released for publication on November 22, 1918, with some deletions made by Capt. J.C. Russell, M.I.D. censor. It is not intended for publication.
Hydraulic dredge at Bassens Docks, Bordeaux, France. Constructed by American engineers in April 1918. This photo, labeled 111-SC-10234, was taken on May 9, 1918, by photographer ECO. It shows the number B hydraulic dredge in action at the docks. The photo was censored and released for publication on November 22, 1918, with some deletions made by Capt. J.C. Russell, M.I.D. censor. It is not intended for publication.