Military Vehicle Repair During WWII

Images of various military vehicle repair activities, including workshops and workers maintaining trucks and machinery during World War I.

Testing aero engine during World War One to determine its minimum and maximum horsepower. This photograph, taken in December 1917, showcases the efforts being made in constructing and testing airplanes for military purposes. Released to the Committee on Public Information.

A Pierce Arrow 2-ton truck skid, with the rear axle in position, is seen in the Box and Crating Department under the Maintenance Division of the Motor Transport Corps at Camp Holabi HD, MD. This photograph was taken by Pvt. N.A. Combs of the Signal Corps.

Interior view of engine repair shed at the Motor Truck Repair and Reception Park during World War One. The photograph, taken by the Signal Corps photographer, shows shed NUMBER 61,997. The image is part of a collection documenting American military activities during this time.

Men working in the machine shop at the School of Engineering for enlisted men at Pennsylvania State College in State College, Pennsylvania. The photograph was taken on August 1, 1918 and was received from Penn State College. It is labeled as belonging to subject 55362 and was issued for official use only.

A group of women workers at Gray & Davis Co. in Cambridge, Massachusetts, are seen recessing adapters for No.18 thread in this photograph taken on January 14, 1919. The image captures the involvement of women in munitions production during World War I. The photograph was approved by the M.I.D. censor on January 15, 1919.

Interior view of a motor truck repair shop in France during World War One. The photo, number 62,014, was taken by a photographer from the Signal Corps. It shows mechanics and equipment used for repairing military trucks. The image is part of a collection of photographs documenting American military activities during the war.

Testing aero engine during World War One to determine its minimum and maximum horsepower. This photograph, taken in December 1917, showcases the efforts being made in constructing and testing airplanes for military purposes. Released to the Committee on Public Information.

In this photograph, taken by the Q.M.C. for Engr. Lab. H, a Pierce Arrow truck is being crated. The image depicts the process of preparing the military vehicle for transportation. It showcases the efficient logistics involved in handling equipment during World War One.

Image depicting the waste paper department at Advance Section 1, Q.M.C. Is-sur-Tille, Cote d'Or, France during World War One. The department sorts and bails scrap paper, rags, sacks, and strings for re-manufacture. Photographer: Sgt. G. den, S.C. Date: 4/14/1919. Reference number: 2458-F9. This image was issued on 2/7/1919. DMC Notes: 402580.

Women working in a munitions plant operating a broaching machine. This photograph, taken by M. S. Groat on January 14, 1919, shows one woman who underwent three weeks of training and was previously a housewife. The Norton Grinding Company in Worcester, Massachusetts provided the employment opportunity. The photograph received approval from the M.I.D. censor on January 15, 1919.

Workers in a shipbuilding facility are busy constructing engines for ships during World War One. The image captures the process of assembling and fine-tuning said engines to ensure the efficiency of naval vessels. Shipyards like this played a crucial role in the war effort, providing vital resources for the American military.

"Construction of American armored cars at the Judson Manufacturing Co., San Francisco, California. Workers drilling and working on various parts of the armored cars. Photograph taken by L.N. Jackson, Signal Reserve Corps, on March 6, 1918 and released by the War College Division Laboratory on March 19, 1918."

Photograph shows a line of barrel straightening machines at Midvale Steel & Ordnance Co., Eddystone, PA, taken in April 1918. This image is part of a collection of photographs documenting American military activities during World War One.

Image depicting the Mechanical Repair Shop No. 306 and Yards at Camp Holabird, MD during World War I. The photo shows assembly activities in sub-room number 57135, with Sergeant Combs overseeing. This photograph was taken by photographer Rico on June 30, 1919, and the description includes the designation "Symbol AO." Notes state that it was issued and numbered 4057/35.

Workers packing and loading lard substitute at the plant of Southern Cotton Oil Co. in Bayonne, New Jersey. This photograph, taken by Lt. Morrison, shows the manufacturing process of lard substitute. The image was issued on 05-31-19 with the description "Manufacture of lard substitute at the plant of Southern Cotton Oil co., Bayonne, N.J."

Men work in the repair and machine shops at Camp Holabird in Maryland during World War One. The photograph shows building 306, specifically the battery charging room. The image was taken by photographer Joe Hitz on July 29, 1919, and was assigned the number 61808.

Manufacturing drills used in the production of the Schneider Quadrant Sight for the 155mm Howitzer, Model of 1918. The photo was taken in the Slocum, Avrem & Slocum plant in Newark, NJ, owned by the International Arms + Fuze Co. It shows the 21-point fuse upper and lower time trans exly powder drilling system, with individual water baths to draw away powder dust. View also includes all parts arranged for assembly. Taken on December 21, 1918. This image was approved and issued as part of the PRO C 113 B series by Bocesor on December 24, 1918.

Workers are seen manufacturing U.S. Army pyramidal tents at the J.C. Goss Plant in Detroit, Michigan. The image shows a supply room where the tents are being produced. This photograph was taken by Signal Corps photographer RECO 38,802.

Workers at Love Field, Texas, repair damaged military equipment during World War I. The repair shop was crucial for maintaining planes and other equipment, ensuring their continued effectiveness in the war effort. Photograph taken on August 26, 1918, by WECO.

Image: Women working in a munitions factory during World War One. Caption: Women working in a munitions factory during World War One. As men were sent off to fight, women stepped up to take on their roles in important industries. Their efforts in factories like these were instrumental in supporting the war effort.

Caption: "Image of women workers at the Gorham Manufacturing Co. in Providence, R.I., loading Bouchon assemblies in the loading room. This photograph, taken on January 14, 1919, showcases the important involvement of women in munitions plants during World War I. (Photograph by M. S. Groat, sourced from Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One)"

Electric workers are pictured outside the Q.M. building in New York City. This image was taken by the Signal Corps photographer and is described as being issued with the symbol A. The photograph captures three electric workers in action.

Women working at an airplane factory during World War One, as seen in this photograph (14509). The picture was taken on July 30, 1918. The image showcases the role of women in the military industry during this time.

Female worker operating a drill press machine to manufacture 155mm shells in a Baltimore, MD factory. Photo taken by Cpl. V.J. Palumbo on November 13, 1918. The image was cleared by the M.I.D. censor on November 19, 1918. Total: 39 words.

Dennis pump in operation at Bassens, France. The pump sends streams of water onto the roof of a warehouse, highlighting its use in firefighting activities during World War I. Photograph taken on January 2, 1919.

Manufacture of big guns at Government Arsenal in Watervliet, N.Y. A 12" gun is being lifted from a 90' shrinking pit, where a temperature of 800 degrees is maintained. After receiving the recoil band, the gun is lifted. This process takes about 20 hours, including 12 hours to heat the recoil band and 8 hours for cooling off. 16" guns undergo the same procedure. The photograph was taken by L.E.M.deBerri, Sig.R.C. on April 17, 1918. It was approved and released on April 20, 1918.

Caption: War and Navy Buildings - Heating plant boiler No. 5 with 231 horsepower. The boiler has 108 tubes measuring 4 inches in diameter and 18 feet in length. This photo was taken on April 5th, 1919, at the State War and Navy Building Plant. Photographer: Cpl. Combs.

Lieutenant Lubbe loading smokeless weighing unit at the Atlantic Loading Co. in Hammond, New Jersey on December 31, 1918.

Interior view of machine shop at Motor Truck Reception and Repair Park during World War One. This facility, with a symbol of EU 061989, was used by the Signal Corps for repairing and maintaining military vehicles. The photograph is from a collection of photographs documenting American military activities during the war.

Repair and Machine shops at Camp Holabird, MD. The image captures the left side of a machine shop, with various equipment and machinery visible. The photograph was taken on June 2, 1919, by photographer S.C. Hitz. It is part of a collection with reference number SUBC 53887 and was officially recorded on June 5, 1919. The description identifies the location as Camp Holabird, a military camp.

Workers building engines for ships during World War One.

A worker at the Hall-Scott Motor Car Co. in Berkeley, California, is shown in this photograph performing a grinding process on Hall-Scott crankshafts. The image captures an important step in the manufacturing of motor vehicles during World War One.

Triplex pump at the pumping station in Kelly Field, San Antonio, Texas. The suction and discharge sizes are both 8", with a capacity of 608 gallons per minute. The photo was taken on November 7, 1918. The information is not for public use and is intended for official purposes only.

Lieutenant Lubbe, the General of the shell receiving and painting department, is pictured in this photograph taken by Dec. 31, 1918. The image shows him at the Bethlehem Loading Co. in May's Landing, N.J, where he is seen receiving issued supplies.

Image captures a glue press in the aerial repair shop at Love Field, Dallas, Texas during World War 1. The photograph was taken on November 23, 1918, and was issued with the ID number 267061. It was passed by the M.I.D. censor on November 30, 1918.

Sergeant V. J. Palumbo took a photograph on December 13, 1918, showing the manufacturing process of fuses at the plant of International Arms & Fuse Company in Bloomfield, M.J. The image displays fuse facing lathes with an individual exit system that draws powder dust to a water bag via an exhaust pipe. The photograph was passed by the M.I.D. censor on December 24, 1918.

Operating room at Camp Pike, Little Rock, Ark. This image shows the main Camp telephone exchange, numbered 62,410 S.C. The photograph captures the setup and equipment present in the operating room. The photo was taken on September 24, 1919, at Camp Pike, Little Rock, Arkansas.

Image 19,888 from the Signal Corps collection titled "Standard Aircraft Corporation, Elizabeth, N.J." The photograph depicts an airplane being manufactured at the Standard Aircraft Corporation during World War I.

Soldiers working on repairing an aircraft at the repair shop in Love Field, Texas during World War I. This photograph was taken in 1919 and is labeled with the identification number 26704. Aerial repairs were being conducted on May 16, 1915 at Love Field.

A machine shop at Love Field, Texas during World War I. The photograph, numbered 25588, was taken by photographer REL919. The image depicts the interior of the machine shop, showcasing the equipment and tools used for military activities. This particular photograph was issued on August 26, 1918 and has the notes 0025588 TIH 8-98-18.

Cpl. Tysell working at Camp Holabird in Maryland, January 1919. He is shown crating Class A and B trucks. In this photograph, Class B orating skids can be seen being lifted by a crane. The image is labeled with the Military Information Division censor's seal for clearance.

Soldier cutting long saw steel plates to proper shape using a double shearing machine at Henry Disston and Sons in Philadelphia, PA during World War One. The photograph was taken by Pvt. R. W. Young on Nov. 29, 1918 and received on Dec. 2, 1918 after passing the M.I.D. censor.

Lieutenant Lubbe works at the American Standard Metal Products Corporation in Paulsboro, New Jersey. This photograph, taken on December 31, 1918, shows him involved in the process of thread milling a P.D.F. Mark V fuse. The image is part of a collection highlighting American military activities during World War One.

"Female munitions worker at Gray & Davis Co. in Cambridge, MA, slotting fuse on the head end of fuse bodies. Photograph taken by M. S. Groat, S. C. on January 14, 1919. Approved by M.I.D. censor on January 15, 1919."

In this photograph (111-SC-1051) from the collection of American Military Activities during World War One, a group of workers is seen building engines for ships. The image shows the construction process and includes the symbol "H" at the notes section. This photo was issued and taken for documentation purposes.

Workers building engines for ships during World War One. The image is from the collection of Photographs of American Military Activities. The photo is labeled as 111-SC-1041 and bears a symbol at the bottom.

Soldiers at the Automobile School and Gas Engine School in Camp Grant, Illinois during World War One. The soldiers are seen working on various engine components and learning automotive skills. This photograph was taken by Sergeant Hitz on April 20, 1920.

Private M.A. Combs, a photographer captured this image on March 3, 1919. The photograph shows the left side of a skid, displaying the rear axle, battery box, front wheel, step, steering wheel, and mirror parts. These components are arranged and prepared to receive the frame of a Pierce Arrow 5-ton truck for orating. This photo was taken at the maintenance division of the Motor Transport Corps at Camp Holabird, Maryland.

Women workers at Midvale Steel and Ordnance Co. in Philadelphia, PA, engraving a carrier for a breech block plug in an 8" howitzer. This photo, taken by Lt. Lubbe on December 31, 1918, showcases the contribution of women to military activities during World War One.

Munition workers at the R.I. A. Armory. The photograph from October 1921 shows a group of workers dressed in CPC uniforms. The workers were responsible for manufacturing ammunition during World War I. The armory is located in Rhode Island and was built in 1918.

"Barge loaded with canned goods for army of occupation, operated by Inland Water Transportation Co. (formerly 57th Engrs., USA), helping to relieve the railroads by shipping supplies through inland waterways. Photographed by Lt.H. Drucker on April 15, 1919, in Le Havre, Seine-Inferieure, France. (Photograph ID: 51381) Additional notes: May 281"

A photograph showing the torpedo repair shop in Queenstown, Ireland in 1919. This image was taken by the photographer of the Navy Department. The photo bears the symbol AU and EU, with the notes 43x39 USNTOI.

Soldiers at Camp Holabird in Maryland use a new type of crane to carry lumber. This photograph from 1918 showcases the innovative technology that was being used during World War One. The crane was designed to help with construction and other related activities at the military camp.

A soldier utilizing a jig to hold an eye while grinding. The photograph captures a specialized setup with a tube to carry away excess material caused by the grinding wheel. Taken at the Hall-Scott Motor Car Co. plant in Berkeley, California in 1918.

Cramps shipbuilding yards in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1858. The photograph was taken in 1919. The image shows a view of the shipyard, with several ships in varying states of construction. The Cramps shipbuilding yards were a significant location of American military activities during World War One.

Photograph 111-SC-3974 captures a scene of shipbuilding during World War One. The photo, taken in 1918 by Photographer 900, showcases the significant role of shipbuilding activities during the war period. The incomplete caption notes that the photograph was part of a larger series by SYNOL AUT (Assuming syndicated photographs with automatic notes), with the assigned number being 3974.

Cpl. Tyrell working in the crating shop at Camp Holla Bird in Baltimore, MD during World War One. He is seen in the sheet metal department, working on various crates and materials. The photograph was taken on January 25, 1919 and released by the censor on February 1, 1919.

Image of the patients kitchen in Camp Hospital No. 52 in Le Mans, Sarthe, France. The photograph, taken on January 8, 1919, shows a factual representation of the kitchen facility used to prepare meals for the patients in the hospital. The image was captured by photographer P.E.H. Fels.

Lt. Lubbe overseeing women workers at Midvale Steel and Ordnance Co. in Philadelphia, PA. The photograph shows one woman using a pneumatic hammer for hand chipping in the ordnance shops. This image was taken on December 31, 1918.

A photograph showing the main cable leads on poles for the telephone system at Camp Upton, Long Island. The picture was taken on February 13, 1919, by Corporal Steiniger, the photographer for the Signal Corps. This image belongs to the Eastern Department collection.

Production of 155 mm common steel shells, Mark IV, at the Dominion Copper Products Co., Ltd. plant in Montreal, Canada. This image shows the preliminary inspection conducted by the U.S. Government. This photo was received on November 19, 1918, and is labeled for official use only. The shell was manufactured in 1957.

"Image of an airplane being manufactured at Dayton Wright Airplane factory in Dayton, Ohio. This photograph was taken by photographer Reco, with the identification number 20,776, and was issued by the Signal Corps. The image is a part of a series showcasing American military activities during World War One."

Soldiers at Rockwell Field in San Diego are seen here assembling an airplane motor during World War One. This photograph was taken on May 18, 1918, and was later censored and released on May 20, 1918, by the Historical Branch of the War Plans Division.

Sgt. Tyrell at the Sumber Machine Shop at Camp Holabird, MD, on March 2, 1919. The photo was taken by a military photographer and received on March 8, 1919. The image shows the trimming department of the shop. It was approved by the Military Intelligence Division censor on March 10, 1919. It is an official US photograph listed as 111-SC-41489.

This image shows a water test being conducted on an intake manifold of a vehicle at the Lincoln Motor Co. in Detroit, Michigan. The photograph was taken in 1919 by the photographer Reco and is part of the W.D.O.C.R.O. collection. The image is numbered 111-SC-35747 and was captured in 1918.

Sgt. G. Ryden captured a photograph on Feb 26, 1919 at the Q.M. Salvage Depot in Bangle, Gironde, France. The image depicts a Sumber F automatic steam pressing machine used for pressing garments. The machine has the capacity to press eight garments in an hour. The photo was issued by MC with the reference number 40747.

Image showing the heating plant at Army Base in Boston, Massachusetts. The photograph was taken by Sergeant Saum S.C. and received on May 13, 1920. The plant, identified by symbol 68454, operates on 188LED A/C system. It is an official US military facility.

Interior view of the Trignac pumping station in St. Nazaire, Loire-Inferieure, France. The photograph, taken on April 8, 1919 by Sgt. F.T. Morris, shows the pumping machinery and apparatus inside the station. It was received on April 19, 1919, and assigned the reference number 3589-19.

A shoe repair plant seen in the image taken by Signal Corps photographer during World War One. The location of the plant is SUMA 53,303 and it is used for repairing shoes for the military personnel. This photograph has the symbol AU and the notes associated with it are 53903 3-806.

An image of a motor truck reception park, showcasing an engine repair shop. The photograph was taken by a Signal Corps photographer identified as Homer, with the serial number 62,028. The description notes that the image was issued the symbol BU and provides additional details about the location and purpose of the reception park.

Soldiers are shown in a factory owned by Henry Disston and Sons in Philadelphia. This image depicts the first step in manufacturing a trench knife, which involves hammering and shaping the steel. It was taken on November 29, 1918, and authorized for circulation on December 2, 1918.

A view of the warehouses at the American Docks in Bassens, France. The photograph highlights the wooden roof construction of the buildings. This image was taken by Lt. Strohmeyer on February 10, 1919, and is part of the Bureau of Fire Prevention's records.

Munition factory workers in America during World War I.

Workers at a manufacturing facility during World War One produce ordnance. Photo taken in 1919.

Image of women workers in a munitions plant tapping the head end on a fuse body. The photograph was taken on January 14, 1919, by M.S. Groat, an S.C. photographer. The plant is identified as Gray & Davis Co., located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The image was approved by the M.I.D. censor on January 15, 1919.

Carpenters attending a class in the carpenter shop at Camp Pike, Arkansas. The photograph was taken in April 1920 by Sergeant Hitz of the Signal Corps. This was part of the training program at Camp Pike College, which was located in Camp Pike, Arkansas.

"View of the shoe and Class 'A' salvage department at Int. Q.M. Depot No. 1, S.O.S. Nevers, Nievre, France. The photograph, taken on January 8, 1919, shows the shoe and clothing branch of the depot. The image captures the organized set-up of salvaged items. Photo by Sot. G. Ryden. Note ID: 48745."

Interior view of a blacksmith shop at Motor Transport Corps. Overhaul Park #702 located in Pantin, Seine, France. The photograph was taken by CPL A.L. Lubatty on April 14, 1919, with the file number 51547. The image shows the working environment of the blacksmiths assigned to the Motor Transport Corps.

Women workers inspecting primers on an inspection table in a munitions plant. The photo was taken by M.S. Groat on January 14, 1919. The U.S. Cartridge Company in Lowell, MA is depicted in the image. It was approved by the M.I.D. censor on January 15, 1919. The reference number for the image is 9031609.

"This photograph showcases an industrial scene during World War One. It shows a supply room filled with ready-to-ship cables, symbolizing the importance of communication in military activities. The image highlights the role of industries in supporting the war effort."

Soldiers installing telephone equipment at Camp Knox, Kentucky during World War One. The photograph shows a number of fuse racks and dry batteries being set up for communication purposes. Taken by a photographer on April 2, 1919.

Cpl. V.J. Palumbo captured a photo of women munition workers in a Baltimore, MD factory manufacturing 155 M/M shells on November 13, 1918. The image shows a man and girl operating bevel and face machines. This photograph was approved for release by the Military Intelligence Division censor on November 19, 1918.

Pvt. N. A. Combs, S.C. took this photograph on 3-3-19 at Camp Holabird, Md. The image shows a Pierce Arrow 5-ton truck, positioned on a skid, on the right side. The truck is being prepared for crating in the box and crating department, under the maintenance division of the M.T. C. The photograph was released by M.I.D. Censor on 3-10-19.

Image showing Pvt. C.C. Eby preparing trucks for shipment during World War I. The photograph highlights a motor oil truck with braces used for covering and protecting its front parts. It also shows additional protection above the crate for the steering wheel. The top is shown in a position ready for transport. This image was issued, censored, and released by the M.I.B. censor on August 3, 1918.

Image of the Q.M. building in New York City showcasing the Plumbing department. The photo was captured by the Signal Corps photographer and labeled as NUMBER 64,427. The caption mentions that the photo was taken at the Q.M. building in New York City and specifically focuses on the Plumbing department. The notes mention that the photo was issued and there is a notice about the maker.

"Camp Gordon in Chamblee, GA. This photograph captures the view inside the Central Office frame room, showcasing equipment such as a power board, rectifier, relays, and the main frame. The photo was taken on February 24, 1919. Note: The frame number is 62,381."

Cpl. R.H. Ingleston operating an oil tractor, which is a 40 H.P. vehicle used for power at the tie mill in Domgermain, Meurthe et Moselle, France. The photograph was taken on September 28, 1918, and passed by the A.E.P. censor.

This image shows the interior of Auto repair shop NUMBER 61,956 in the Motor Truck Reception Park. It is a photograph taken by a Signal Corps photographer during World War One. The shop appears to be a busy workspace for repairing military vehicles.

American and French carpenters working together in Le Bourget, France. The image shows Privates Jas. W. Morse and E. S.C. taking a photograph on February 26, 1919, in a carpenter shop. This photo was taken on December 13, 1918.

Interior of Warehouse #4 at Mehun Ordnance Depot #4 in Mehun-sur-Yevre, France. The photo depicts Pvt. W. H. Eels, S. C. working within the warehouse. The date of the image is not provided. The photo was released by the A. E. F. Censor.

Private W. H. Eels is photographed in the interior of a blacksmith shop at the Motor Transportation Repair Shops in Cency-la-Tour, near Verneuil, France. The photo was taken on July 26, 1918. It was released by A.E.P. Censor, though the exact date of release is unknown.

Lt. Lubbe supervising women workers in an ordnance shop at the International Fabricating Co., Wilkesbarre, PA, on December 31, 1918. The photograph captures them involved in the manufacturing process of a 4.7 shell casing during the third draw. This image is marked with the reference number 031747.

Inspection department at the Plant of Hall-Scott Metr Car Co. in Berkeley, California, in 1918. The photograph shows workers carefully checking both raw and finished materials. This meticulous inspection process ensured quality control during World War One.

A photograph of the Radio Repair Department at Signal Corps Repair Shop, Depot No. 2 in Gievres, Loire et Cher, France. The image was taken on January 6, 1919, by J.T. Seabrook. It shows soldiers working on radio equipment for military purposes during World War One. The photograph is numbered 78931.

Sgt. Tyrell working in the machine shop at Camp Holabird, MD. This photo was taken on March 2, 1919, and shows him in the building maintenance department. The image is marked with the description number 306. The photo was certified by the M.I.D. censor on March 10, 1919.

This image depicts Sgt. G. Ryden, a Signal Corps photographer, taking a photograph in the binding room at the DuPont Printing Plant in Clichy, near Paris, France. The photograph was taken on November 23, 1918.

Cpls. Stern and Evans in the interior of a model room in the Research Division and Inspection of the Signal Corps in Paris, France. The photograph was taken on November 30, 1918 and received on January 20, 1919. It depicts a room used for research and inspection purposes. The image was passed by the M.I.D. censor, although the date of censorship is unknown.

Private W.H. Eels from the Signal Corps is seen cutting a log at a sawmill in Mesves-spr- Loire, France on July 27, 1918. The sawmill was constructed by contract labor for the Medtoel 2+ Corps under the supervision of the Engineers. The photograph was released by A.E.F. Censor.

Image showing the laundry facilities at U.S.A. General Hospital No. 3 in Rahway, New Jersey during World War One.

American military personnel in the engine room of a ship, manufacturing supplies for the U.S. government during World War One. This is photograph number 38,800 from the Signal Corps collection, captured by photographer Reco. The image reflects the significant industrial efforts carried out to support the war, with the issuance symbol being AU and notes suggesting it relates to engineering.

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