World War I Hospital and Press Activities

Historic images depicting medical care in a war hospital and press activities during World War I. Black and white photos capture soldiers, workspaces, and daily operations.

An unidentified photograph showing Lieut. R.C. Effinger, Robert L. Ketchum, and R.C. Kilborn. The photo was taken by a photographer from the Signal Corps during World War One. The description and location details are missing. The number "62,940" is marked on the image.

Lieutenant Downs and Private Winger in Ward "D" of Camp Hospital No. 59 in Issoudun, France. The photograph was taken on March 12, 1919, and is numbered 42668.

"Room A 6 is the office of the press room at Peace Commission headquarters in Paris, France. Members of various newspapers gather here. This photograph was taken on April 15th, 1919 by photographer Lt. H. Drucker. The description notes that it is assigned the Mc number 2-12-19 and includes additional notes labeled 57367."

Soldiers unloading supplies at Pier 4 in Hoboken, NJ during World War I. The photograph was taken by Lt. Geo. H. Lyon and received on Feb. 21, 1919. It was approved by the M.I.D. censor on Mar. 10, 1919. The image shows activity in the Inspection department, Supplies Division of the Hoboken branch.

American soldiers manufacturing tents for the United States Army during World War One.

An unidentified photograph showing Lieut. R.C. Effinger, Robert L. Ketchum, and R.C. Kilborn. The photo was taken by a photographer from the Signal Corps during World War One. The description and location details are missing. The number "62,940" is marked on the image.

Office of the Peace Commission in Paris, France. Mr. J.B. Stubbs is in charge of the drafting room, identified as Room D-5. The photo was taken on February 3, 1919, by the Signal Corps. This image is part of the numbering system, with the description and notes listed as 18SUED 62948.

Image depicting the main ward at Camp Hospital No. 55 in Ferrieres en Gatinais, Loire, France during World War One. The ward primarily treated patients with pneumonia. The photograph was taken by CPL. W. H. EELS of the S. C. RECO unit on January 25, 1919. The image is numbered E and has the notes 51112 TIN.

Captain Geo. H. Lyon, S.C., of the Subsistence Branch, is pictured in this photograph taken on February 10, 1919. The photograph was issued by the Office of Subsistence Branch at Pier 4, Hoboken, N.J. The image received approval from the Military Intelligence Division censor on March 10, 1919.

Sgt. Reyden working in the stenographers' room of Col. J.P. Siler's office in the Central Medical Dept. Laboratory in Dijon, France. The photo was taken on Sept. 9, 1918, and was received on Dec. 2, 1918. It was issued after being passed by the A.E.F. censor.

TRAINING: This photograph shows the interior of the Tank Corps School at Camp Meade, MD during World War One. The image captures a radio class receiving elementary instruction on December 22, 1919. The instructor can be seen giving a lecture on static electricity. Photographer: J.H. Saum, S.C.

Soldiers preparing food in the kitchen of the Signal Corps Mess at Headquarters in S.O.S. Tours, Indre et Loire, France. The photo was taken on February 23, 1919.

The image shows a general view of the installation division section of the Telephone and Telegraph Division, located at the HQSOS in Tours, Indre-et-Loire, France. The photograph was taken by Sgt. W.S. Legge. Size of the photo is 6x8. The date of the photo is not specified. It was passed by the A.E.F. Censor and issued by W.F.C.

Major H. J. Gale, Chief Signal Officer, tours Signal Corps Headquarters in Tours, Indre et Loire, France. Photograph taken by Pvt. Eddy, S.C. on December 18, 1918. Signed and issued by M. PE.ay Gam per description number 44156.

American soldiers gathered at the Zone Finance Office, Q.M.C. Branch, located on the first floor of a building. The administrative section is shown in the photograph, taken by N.A. Comba on February 15, 1919. The image was issued with censorship by M.I.D. and was marked with the description number 37758.

Orthopedic department at U.S.A. General Hospital No. 3 in Rahway, New Jersey. The image captures the brace shop. Photograph taken by photographer RECO. Issued with symbol 111-SC-34254. The photo is part of the collection Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One. Additional notes indicate the identification number as 9934254.

Image: The photograph shows a view of the Radio Department Building and radio tower of the 2nd Aviation Instruction Center in Tours, France. The image was taken on November 28, 1918, by Pvt. Eddy. It is a part of the collection 111-SC-35525 and was released by Censor.

Brigadier General Isaac W Littell, NA, the Office Quartermaster General, is pictured in this photograph. The photo was taken by Lt. F.M. deBerri, Sig. R.C. on April 22, 1918, and was issued as number A in relation to General Littell. It was released by the War College Division on May 4, 1918.

Image of the axle and tire repair section of the Motor Transport Department at the U.S. School of Military Aeronautics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The photograph was taken on September 3, 1918, by a photographer from the Ground Schools Division of the Bureau of Military Aeronautics. This image is designated as P.N. 46 in Subject 55418 and is marked for official use only.

A group of military personnel from the Personnel Section of the Signal Corps during World War One. The photograph was taken on September 10, 1918, and received by the Signal Corps offices in Washington, D.C. The image shows soldiers posing with the M symbol and the identification code 18591.

Soldiers at Camp Funston, Kansas, participating in a Morse telegraph and wireless class. The photograph was taken in 1920 and is part of a collection documenting American military activities during World War One.

Soldiers in the Generator and Motor Department at Camp Alfred Vail, New Jersey, attend a school for enlisted specialists. This department is part of the Signal Corps. Date taken and issued information for the photograph includes a symbol "AIT."

The image shows the General Office of the Office of the Superintendent in the War and Navy Buildings, located at Navy Building on 18th and B Streets, N.W. The photograph was taken on April 9, 1919, and was issued with the number 46880 on April 5, 1919.

An image capturing the main switchboard room at Camp Funston, Kansas during World War One. This photograph is part of the collection documenting American military activities. It shows the telephone installations established by the U.S. Army Signal Corps.

Cpl. Tysell, belonging to the Executive Division, Progress Section, Signal Corps, is captured in this photograph taken on January 24, 1919. The image was taken by a photographer from the Signal Corps and is marked with the official number 35662. The photograph was approved by the Military Intelligence Division censor on January 30, 1919.

Interior of enlisted men's Y.M.C.A. tent and canteen in Menil-la-Tour, France, on April 28, 1918. Bishop Israel sits in the center. The photograph was taken by Corp. Keen Polk, S.C. and received on May 22, 1918. This image is part of a collection documenting American military activities during World War I.

Patients at the No. 1 mess hall for evacuated soldiers at Nevers, Nievre, France. This photograph was taken on March 26, 1919, by Pvt. 1st cl. C.L. Eddy, S.C. The image was labeled as part of the RECO 3671-N9 collection and describes the scene in the mess hall.

Caption: Major General Enoch H. Crowder, the Provost Marshal of the Army, draws a number in the 18-45 draft lottery. The event took place on September 30, 1918. This photograph was released by the M.I.D. Censor on October 7, 1918.

Lt. Geo. H. Lyon, S.C., is seen in this photograph taken on Feb. 19, 1919, at Bush Terminal, Brooklyn, N.Y. The image shows a typical storeroom of the assistant property officer. This photograph was received on Feb. 21, 1919, and was passed by the M.I.D censors on Mar. 10, 1919.

This photograph shows a meteorological plotting and computing room at a gunlift. In this room, the velocity of the wind at different altitudes is calculated using reports from Theodalite Observations, which involve rubber balloons filled with gas and released. The wind velocity is then reported to the main plotting room and gunfire control to determine the exact drift of shells and order the guns to fire at the appropriate degree. Personnel in the room include 2nd Lt. H. W. Richmond, C.A.G., I. R. Tannehill, S.C., Sgt. J. H. Coy, S.C., R.S. Bagan, C.A.C., and Privates J. W. Strange, S.C., M.E. Cratty, S.C., M. L. Harman, S.C., and W. W. Graham, S.C.

Major Memford, a Quartermaster Corps officer, is pictured standing at his desk in the Munitions Building in Washington D.C. This photograph was taken on February 20, 1920, by Sergeant Hitz. The description references the assigned symbol A and the issued number NUR 67864.

Soldier preparing equipment in the preparation department of Base Laboratory No. 5 in Brest, Finistere, France during World War I. Photograph taken on January 2, 1919 by photographer PVT. Soper, S.C. The image is labeled as Subiect 48605 and is part of the RECO collection from March 1, 1919.

Interior view of Radio Telegraph Station Sumber 67,511. This photograph was taken by a photographer of the Signal Corps during World War One. The image shows the interior of the radio telegraph station, with various equipment and instruments visible. Notes on the photo indicate it is a FV8 3-1000.

Colonel H. L. Gilchrist, Medical Director of the Chemical Warfare Service, is seen in his office in Tours, Indre, et Loire, France. Lieutenant J. W. Perry is also present. This photograph was taken on November 30, 1918, by Private Eddy, with the image released by AEP Censor. Winning photo number 35532.

Interior of Asst. Adjt.'s Office, Headquarters War Prison Barracks #1, Fort McPherson, Georgia. Lieutenant Myron S. Greentree, Infantry, serving as the Assistant Adjutant, is seen on the left. The photograph was taken during World War One. #45621. Signal Corps PHOTOTHER RECT DESCRIPTION symbolizes the War Prison Barracks at Fort McPherson.

Workers inside a factory manufacturing uniforms for the U.S. Army during World War One.

Image shows American soldiers in military uniform marching in formation on a field during World War I. The soldiers are carrying rifles and wearing helmets.

Wounded soldiers from all branches of service boarding the U.S.S. "Rijdan" at St. Nazaire, Loire Inferieure, France in order to be transported. The soldiers had to cross West Gotomska to reach the transport ship. Photograph taken on March 1, 1919 by Joseph L. Liles.

A Vacuum tube testing laboratory at Camp Alfred Vail, New Jersey. This photograph, with the subject number 45478 and taken by the photographer 412-19, shows the equipment used for testing vacuum tubes during World War One. The image is a part of the collection titled "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One".

Soldiers from the Signal Corps School of Radio and Multiplex Telegraphy in New York are seen preparing equipment for lecture work. This image was taken on April 27, 1919, and is labeled with the identification number 58904. The photograph is intended for official use only.

Sgt. Reyden, S.C. in the photograph is seen standing outside of the main building of Base Hospital No. 17 in Dijon, France during World War One. The photograph was taken on September 5, 1918, and issued after being passed by the A.E.F. censor. No additional notes were provided.

Caption: Capt. J.C. Benson, in charge of plant, and Lt. H.J. Boyes, assistant at Operations Base Section Plant in New York. This image was taken by Lt. Lyon, S.C. on April 14, 1919. It is subject to catalog number 47196.

Members of the engineering department of the U.S.S.C. in Tours, France, are pictured in this photograph taken on April 19, 1918. The photo was taken by Pvt. A. Moscioni. It is part of a collection of American military activities during World War One. Image Number: 111-SC-11414.

"Government Arsenal, Watervliet, N.Y. - Manufacture of big guns. 75mm guns. Vast quantities of highly effective guns are currently being produced at this Arsenal. Lt.E.M.deBerri,Sig.R.C photographed the scene on APR 17 1918 APR 2-1918 RECO DESCRIPTION TAKEN Gov Arsenal, Watervliet, N.Y. ISSUED NUMBER A Manufacture of Big Guns. 75 mm guns."

This image shows an operating room at Camp Hospital No. 52 in Le Mans, Sarthe, France during World War I. The chests in the rear of the room contain instruments, towels, and other supplies. The photograph was taken by CPL. W. H. EELS on April 5, 1919.

"The charging station of the 103rd Field Signal Battalion charging batteries for radio stations, listening posts, signal lights, and telephone communications. Sergeant Ryman and Pvt. R. Grant of Pittsburgh, PA from the 29th Division are seen here. Taken near Boullonville, Meurthe et Moselle, France. A.E.F censor approved. Date not specified."

Cadets at Kelly Field, San Antonio, Texas, leaving the Cadet Wing to receive their first instruction in the dual stage of aviation training. This photo was taken on May 1, 1918, and is a part of a series documenting the life of an aviation cadet during World War One at Kelly Field.

Lieutenant Colonel H.W. Goodall and 1st Lieutenant N.W. Leddy from Base Hospital No. 45 in Toul, Meurthe et Moselle, France. Photograph taken by Captain R. Ross. Image is part of the collection of American military activities during World War One.

Orderlies attached to Naval officers at the Peace Commission in Paris, France. Photo taken on April 15, 1919, in Room C 9. The photographer's reference number is 2062-19.

Soldiers at the U.S. General Hospital in Lakewood, New Jersey, gathered in the educational department for a photograph. The image was taken by a photographer from the Signal Corps. The photograph is described as "A.U. Educational Department, U.S. Gen. Hospital, Lakewood, N.J." and was documented on June 19, 1915, with additional notes from March 10, 1921.

A photograph taken in 1919 by the Signal Corps, showing a class in wood working at the U.S.A. General Hospital #9 in Lakewood, New Jersey. The educational department of the hospital offered vocational training to injured soldiers during World War One. Included in the description is the identification number 61897 and some notation regarding the hospital and department.

Enlisted men at the School of Engineering, Pennsylvania State College are training in electric wiring during World War One. This image was taken for official use by a photographer from Pennsylvania State College.

"Close-up of a projectile being inserted during a training session at the Student Officers' Anti-Aircraft Gun School at Fortress Monroe, Virginia. This photograph, taken by Lt. William Fox of the Signal Corps, is part of the Collection of Photographs of American Military Activities during World War I. Released by the M.I.B. Censor on July 31, 1918."

"Demonstration of Morse code communication at the Signal Corps School for Enlisted Specialists, Camp Alfred Vail, New Jersey. This photograph, taken by the Signal Corps on March 10, 1921, depicts an instructor teaching students how to use the signaling equipment. Cataloged under Note B #69058."

Pvt. Nicholas Romeo and Alice Cahn, both surgical assistants, with Sgt. H.T. Aardweg, at the operating room of U.S. Military Hospital 57, located in Paris, Seine, France, during World War One. The photograph was taken by Sgt. 1st el. J.G. Jones, S.C., with the number 33-188-19. The image is label 45138.

An apparatus used in the manufacturing of G-49, taken by a photographer from the Chemical Warfare Service during World War One. The image is labeled with the issued number AU and record number 4-249.

Major General William Lassiter and other officers of the 128th Field Hospital unit inspect the Krupp-Beamtenlogierhaus in Sayn, Germany. The building, previously owned by "Herr Krupp" of Essen, Germany, was used as a hospital by the Germans and is currently being used as a hospital by the Americans.

Office of cargo branch of the Water Transportation Division located at the Manhattan Building on 4th and Walnut. The personnel in the photograph include Captain S.H. Weston, Q.M.C., 1st Lieutenant S.F. McIntosh, Q.M.C., and civilian workers. The photo is labeled as "SUBJECT: 47268 SOT. GRAY, S.C. PHOTOGRAPHER REC'D 4-17-19 TAKES 4-10-19 DESCRIPTION NUMBER OFFICE OF CARGO BRANCH OP WATER Transportation Div., Manhattan Building, 4th and Walnut. Capt. S. H. Weston, Q.M.C., let Lt. S. F. MeIntosh, Q.M.C., and civilian personnel. 18SLED NOTES: 8847968."

Sergeant Combs, a photographer, took this photo on March 19, 1919, and it was assigned the number 43540. The image shows soldiers filing branches and equipment in the classification branch, Room 33, of the Adjutant General's office during World War One. The branch is responsible for sorting incoming papers for distribution to different divisions. The photo was passed by the M.I.D. censor on March 22, 1919. Additional notes state the issue number as 9843540.

CORPORAL completing administrative tasks at Camp Hosp. 28 in Nevers, France during World War One. The photo was taken by photographer 458661 Pvt. Eddy on December 28, 1919. The photo captures the orderly office environment under the command of Maj. Richard A. Barr, C.O. of the administrative office.

Convalessing soldiers participate in recreational activities at the Red Cross Building, located at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas. The photograph was taken on July 5, 1918, by Lt. E.N. Jackson of the Signal Corps. The image was received on July 22, 1918, and later censored and released by the M.I.B. Censor on July 26, 1918.

Interior view of the officers' ward at Camp Hospital 64 in Chatillon sur Seine, Cote d'Or, France. The photograph was taken on April 14, 1919 by Sgt.A.L. Villanova, S.C. The image was issued on January 25, 1919.

A photograph showing a scene at the Q.M. offices in New York City during World War One. It is numbered 64,445 by the Signal Corps, and was taken to document the activities in the offices.

Inland Water Transportation Headquarters Building in Paris, France, photographed on February 7, 1919. The building is located at 35 Rue Vernet and serves as the office for the Chief of Inland Water Transportation. The photograph features an unidentified corporal, Lubatty, standing outside the building. The photo has the symbol E and a picture number of 52,351. Photographer RECO took the picture on April 14, 1919.

Battery room in Bordeaux, France, serving as the Signal Corps Hdqrs. Base Section #2. The room contains three banks of storage batteries, with the two larger banks providing 120 volts each. At the far end of the wall, a small bank supplies 24 volts for a local telegraph battery. Captured by Lieutenant Strohmeyer. Description: Number E Take 10-19. Notes: 46194.

Soldier Villanova from South Carolina captured this photograph on 15th January 1919 at Camp Hospital No. 10 in Prauthoy, Haute Marne, France. The image shows a convalescent ward of the hospital. The photograph has MUNIC Convaless illustration notes and the reference number is 450.36.

Soldiers receive medical treatment in the surgical ward of Camp Hospital No. 64 in Chatillon sur Seine, Cote d'Or, France during World War One. The photograph was taken on April 14, 1919 by Sgt. A.L. Villanova. The description was issued on January 25, 1919 and the picture is labeled as number 52421.

Coast Artillery School at Fort Monroe, Virginia, 56326. November 1918. This photograph captures the Electrical Laboratory of the Department of Enlisted Specialists. The image showcases the technical equipment and tools utilized at the school.

The view of Port Adjutant's Office in Hoboken, N.J. shows personnel sorting and arranging Embarkation Files alphabetically for filing. This photograph was taken on June 25, 1919, by Sergeant Stemizer, S.C. The image is categorized under number 58527 in the collection of Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One.

A photograph of a soldier manufacturing uniforms for the United States Army during World War One. The symbol seen on the soldier's uniform indicates his affiliation with the Signal Corps. This image was taken by a photographer from the Signal Corps and was received and documented on March 10, 1921.

Aviation cadets undergoing training at an aviation school during World War One. This photograph captures a moment of instruction as the cadets learn the essential skills of flying. The image is part of a collection from the Signal Corps, circa 1917.

Soldiers and sailors gathered in a recreation room in Paris, France on June 24, 1918. Dr. Morton Prince, the manager of the Soldiers' and Sailors' Information Bureau at Hotel Lotti, is seen standing, while officers and men are seated. The photograph was taken by Sgt. Rundell and was approved by the A.E.F. Censor on July 8, 1918.

Captain U.M. Bachman, M.C., U.S.A., and Ensign R.B. James, U.S.N., part of the Russian Field Party, are seen in Room D-1 of the Hotel Crillon in Paris, France. The photo was taken on February 3, 1919, as a part of the Peace Commission's activities. It is labeled with the identification number 62947.

Description: Photograph taken by Sgt. Ryden on December 26, 1918 in Paris, France. The image shows women employees in the workroom of the Q.M. Salvage Shop, mending and repairing clothing. This particular workroom is located in the branch house of the shop and is one of six such workrooms in the building handling clothing and troop property from the front lines.

Citation: "Cpl. R.H.Ingleston of S.c. is pictured in this photograph taken on 3-1-19 at the Q.M. Commissary with various individuals. From left to right: Sgts. Harville, Hudgins, Romero, Pvt. Satt. Interestingly, the photograph was taken in Perigueux, Dordogne, France. The image was part of the Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One collection."

Soldiers from the American military engaging in training activities during World War One. The soldiers appear to be learning the ins and outs of operating a reco, under the guidance of Lieutenant Colonel Joseph O. Mauboyne of the Signal Corps, based in Washington D.C. The photograph was taken on December 23, 1918, by Corporal Wilder S.C.

"A view of an artillery observation station during the Victory Parade in New York City. The photograph was taken by Lt. Lyon of the U.S. Signal Corps on May 3rd, 1919. The observation station served as the eyes of the field artillery and symbolized the nation's determination to achieve victory in World War One."

Non-commissioned Officer's Barracks at Columbia University in New York during World War One. This photograph, with the identification number 46607 S.C. Columbia University, was taken by an unknown photographer. The description of the image was received on 18BUED. The photograph captures the symbol displayed on the Non-commissioned Officer's Barracks.

Interior of Y.M.C.A. recreation room in an old monastery, showing members of the 101st F.A. and 103rd Regtr. F.A. of the American Military. The photograph was taken in Rangeval, France on April 29, 1918, by Corp. Keen Polk of the United States Army.

The image shows personnel from the meteorological station located 1 km east of Colomboy les-Belles, France during World War One. The individuals in the photograph, from left to right, are Sgt. Maj. H. A. Leonard, Sgt. 1st cl. G.P. Sontar, Cpl. A. H. Reeves, Pvt. 1st cl. A. P. Buffat, Sgt. W.W. Clarke, Cpl. E.S. Kemmer, Cpl. W. A. McClintock, and Sgt. 1st cl. L.M. Stout. The photo was taken on December 11, 1918 by Sgt. 1st cl. J. T. Seabrook. This photo is archived under IBSLED number 00 12-11-18 in the personnel office. (NOTES: F/N MA 9811)

American Army soldiers receiving their mail at the Mc Post Office, base censor, in Paris, France. The soldiers are under the supervision of Captain B.F. Yates, who is in charge at the Hotel Crillon. The photograph was taken on February 6, 1919, by photographer L.H.S. Drucker.

Soldiers at the Royal Hospital's mess hall in Contrexeville, France during World War I. The photo was taken on June 26, 1918, by Sgt. Moscioni and approved by the A.E.F. censor on August 2, 1918. This image is part of the collection of American military activities during the war.

Soldier conducting radio apparatus testing for the Radio Section Signal Corps at the Research and Inspection Testing Laboratory in La Tour Nauburg, Paris, France. Photograph taken on July 5, 1918. The photograph was held by the A.E.F. censor and was issued on December 27, 1918.

Co-eds from James Milliken University in Decatur, Illinois, are pictured knitting socks, helmets, wristlets, gloves, and sweaters for men in the service during World War One. The photograph is dated July 19, 1918, and was received from James Milliken University.

American soldiers shopping for Arctic furs at bargain prices in Archangel, North Russia during World War One. The furs attracted many buyers in the American North Russian Expeditionary Forces. This photograph was taken by an official photographer and received on January 31st, 1919. Shortly after, it was released by the AEP censor on February 1st, 1919.

Close up of Col. Norris Stayton, Q.M.C. Asst. Director of Storage at his office in Washington, D.C. The photo was taken on July 21, 1919.

Enlisted men at Y.M.C.A Nice, Alpes Maritimes utilizing the writing room. This photograph was taken on March 1, 1919, by Lawrence H. McLaughlin, a photographer for the U.S. military. The room is designated for enlisted men to write and correspond. The captured image illustrates the Y.M.C.A's provision of facilities for the soldiers.

Caption: "Sgt. G. Ryden in Number E Ward at the Camp Hospital of the 83rd Division, stationed at 2nd Depot in Le Manns, Sarthe, France. This photograph was taken on October 6, 1918. Released by A.E.F. Censor on November 15, 1918. 26021."

Sgt. Reyden attending a class at the Central Medical Department Laboratory in Dijon, France. Capt. B. Jablons is the instructor in wound bacteriology. The photo was taken on Sept. 6, 1918, but the exact date of issue is unknown. It has been approved by the A.E.F. censor.

Soldiers on a military training exercise in rural America during World War I. They are members of the 111th Infantry Regiment conducting drills and maneuvers. This photo was taken in 1919 and was part of a series documenting American military activities.

Private Earl E. Evans, a member of the Signal Corps, is pictured in this photograph taken in Paris, France, on November 1, 1918. The photograph was taken at the Bureau de la Presse, which was responsible for allied periodical censorship during World War I. Private Evans is seen working in the office. The photograph was issued by the A.E.F censor and is numbered 28355.

Workers at the AU Industries of War factory manufacturing uniforms for the U.S. Army during World War One.

Lieutenant J.F. Manley, Chief Clerk of the Office of Technical Advisors, is pictured in Room D-7 at the Hotel Crillon in Paris, France. The photograph was taken on February 3, 1919, and received by the Signal Corps on March 10, 1921.

"Image taken in 1918 showcases women munition workers at the R.I.A. Armory. They played a vital role in supporting the military activities during World War I. This photograph was captured by a Signal Corps photographer and has the official identification number 35855."

Caption: Capt. B.F. Yates, in charge of Room A-6, Post Office, Base Censor at the Hotel Crillon in Paris, France during World War I. This photograph was taken on March 10, 1921. (Photograph: Signal Corps)

Soldiers at a base port in France exchanging French currency for American money at the Finance Office. This was done as they were preparing to return to the United States. The process involved exchanging the French currency for US currency at Finance Office Pier 5.

Munition workers at the R.I. Armory, captured in this photograph taken in 1918 by the Signal Corps. The image showcases civilians engaged in vital military activities during World War One. Symbol: 111-SC-35812. Description sourced from AU RECO.

S.A.T.C. Mess Hall at Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois. The photo was taken on March 29, 1919, by an unknown photographer with the subject ID of 55705. The image shows the interior of the S.A.T.C. Mess Hall. This information is for official use only.

A photograph of a Telephone and Telegraph Services office in Tours, Indre et Loire, France during World War I. The office is under the supervision of Major Curran from the Construction Department. Released by A.E.P. Censor 17-19.

Pvt. 1st Class Charles F. Gourlay of the 32nd Division is captured in this photo at the I.W. Remy Fabrek, a manufacturing facility specialized in making primarily steins. The image shows a girl applying blue decorative coloring onto water pitchers. The location of the picture is Hohr, Germany, taken on April 15, 1919, by Lt. N.L. Dewell of the Signal Corps. The photo was assigned the number 51285 and issued on January 21, 1919.

The gun room at the U.S. School of Military Aeronautics, Georgia School of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia. The photo shows the method of storing the Lewis gun and its parts. Taken on August 22, 1918 by photographer Recho. This gun room is part of the Gunnery Department at S.M.A. Ga. Tech and is designated for official use only.

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