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World War I Military Activities

Images capturing various military practices and construction activities during World War I, showcasing soldiers engaged in training and logistical support.

Soldiers participating in field practice at Columbia University in New York during World War I. The soldiers are practicing military tactics and maneuvers. Image from the collection "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One."

Sgt. Koenig inspects a 245 mm long Minenwerfer, a 1946 model, in Serches, France. This photograph, identified as 33897, was taken on January 7, 1919, and is not for publication. The caption also states that it was issued with additional notes.

Entrance to a French gypsum mine behind first-line trenches being converted into quarters for American troops by engineers of the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) in France. The photograph was taken on February 7, 1918.

Allied officers in Siberia, 1918. Captured in this photograph are the officers from the Allied forces stationed in Siberia during World War One. The image showcases their presence and contribution to the war effort in that region.

This photograph provides a factual, not creative, caption for the image: "General view of Camp Ancona in Bassens, Gironde, France. The photograph, taken by Subiect 51813 Sgt. Morris, S.C., numbered 3382-F9, was received on April 8, 1919, and taken on January 18, 1919."

Caption: "Gun used for destroying concrete and underground fortifications during World War One. It can launch shells over a distance of 10 miles. Made by the Ordnance Department, U.S.A. This photo was taken on November 9, 1918, and released by the M.I.B. censor on November 15, 1918."

Caquot balloon conducting a high-altitude flight at the Polo Field in Washington, D.C during World War One. The photograph was taken by a photographer named D.M.A, on March 27, 1919. This image captures the military's balloon operations during the war.

Victory Parade, New York, N.Y. Chemical Warfare, Gas Service 47898: An image captured on May 15, 1919, during the Victory Parade in New York City. The photograph, taken by Geo.H.Lyon.S.C., showcases the participation of the Chemical Warfare, Gas Service. The display of military might highlights their efforts in producing 75 million gas masks to combat dense gas during the war.

Russian women are seen unloading supplies from a transport vehicle in Siberia. The photograph was taken by the Signal Corps photographer and is part of a collection documenting American military activities during World War One. The supplies are being unloaded to support ongoing operations in Siberia.

A Signal Corps apparatus, specifically a motorcycle, used to transport a pigeon basket. The photograph is numbered 67,581 3.C and was taken during World War One. The photographer received the description and the image was issued under the symbol A.

Planes flying in formation at Gerstner Field in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The photograph was taken on August 3, 1918 by Lt. Erickson of the Signal Corps. The planes are seen flying at an altitude of 5000 feet amidst clouds. The photograph was censored and released by the M.I.D. Censor on September 16, 1918, and issued under the designation 16603.

Office force standing outside of the Henri Jawerski button factory in Paris, Seine, France. The photograph was taken by S.C. Ryden, the official photographer, with the reference number 38634. The photo was issued as part of the series documenting American military activities during World War One.

American soldiers of the 308th, with an American tent in the background. The image was taken in Rommersdorf, near Weis, Germany. There is also an Ammunition Train on the walls. The photograph was captured by 2nd Lt. Nat.L. Dewell on 3-1-19.

Civilian Conservation Corps - Camps - Kentucky. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

A photograph showing the view from the tower at the north end of the Hospital Center, looking east in Mars sur Allier (Allire), Nievre, France. The image was taken on January 6, 1919, by photographer Clyde Eddy. The description and issue number of the photograph are 45934.

A mobile anti-aircraft searchlight being operated by the Engineer Corps at Washington Barracks. In this photograph, a soldier can be seen inserting a pipe control handle into the searchlight. This image was taken by Lieutenant W.C. Fox on April 17, 1918, and released on May 9, 1918, by the Historical Branch, W.P.D.

"FRENCH PLANE #3433 wrecked by wire fence. Corporal Pierre Robert, R.S.C., at Chateau Villian, France. Taken by Pvt. J.E. Gibbon, S.C. on July 2, 1918. Photo passed by 4.E.F Censor on June 19, 1918. A.Ac.0.# 18973."

"The photograph shows American Sergeant N.J. Wanda, a member of the 6th U.S. Marines, patrolling the ruins of ancient Hammerstein Castle on a high bluff overlooking the Rhine at Leutesdorf, Germany. This location served as a symbol of victory, as it marked the advancement of the American military 200 miles in just six months, stretching from the Marne River to the shores of the Rhine."

Image depicts American soldiers repairing a damaged plane at Field No. 7, an American aviation center in Issoudun, France. The photograph was taken in April 1918 and censored and released by the Historical Branch on May 31, 1918. The photographer's name is Surect Murder 10303 E.

Cpl. Vincent J. Palumbo captured this image on Nov 9, 1918, at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD. The photo showcases a 16-inch howitzer mounted on a railway. This image was not intended for publication and was for official use only.

"Photograph shows the 77th Division Parade up Fifth Avenue in New York City. The parade features the 302nd Field Signal Battalion, under the command of Major Lonnie B. Powers. Sergeant Combs, S.C. took the photo on May 15, 1919. This image is numbered 49960 and was part of a series taken on June 19, 1919."

First Gordon D.C. , Arms & armament. Records of U.S. Army Operational

American military personnel firing an 8-inch gun on a railway mount at a right angle to the track. This photograph highlights the types of ordnance issued during World War One. It was taken by a photographer from the Engineering Division Ordinance and is classified as "For Official Use Only."

Soldier Walter J. Mus of the 25th Infantry is captured here participating in a field day meet at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. In the photograph, Mus can be seen throwing the hammer. This image, taken in 1920, is labeled with the number 68971.

This image, labeled 111-SC-8480 and taken by the Signal Corps photographer on May 24, 1918, shows a DH 4 airplane equipped with Mark II (DR Dummy) bombs on a stream line and a Mark V release mechanism. The notes indicate that it is for official use only.

Sergeant Williamson leading in the 220 yard race during a field meet at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. This photograph was taken in 1920 and is part of a collection of photographs documenting American military activities during World War One.

Image shows a damaged aircraft at the Air Service Flying School at Rich Field, Waco, Texas in January 1919. The aircraft has slipped to the side and crashed into the ground. This photograph is not for publication and intended for official use only.

Members of the 63rd Infantry participate in a Wild West Show in Virginia, during World War One. The photograph shows a roping contest taking place during the show. Captured by CPL. Franklin S.C. on March 8, 1919. (Description number: 46936)

First Division parade in Washington, D.C. Photo shows the 16th Infantry, led by Lieut. Col. C.R. Heubner, standing on the steps of the U.S. Capitol. The picture was taken from the steps of the House Wing of the Capitol. This is photo number 63828, taken on September 17, 1919, and received on September 29th.

Enlisted personnel of Base Hospital 24 in Mesves, Nievres, France. Pictured is Subiect Private First Class C.L. Eddy, S.C. The photograph was taken on March 28, 1919, and has the issued number S 1-19-19. The photo captures the evacuation process. The accompanying note states that the subject is 46462.

American military personnel inflating a spherical balloon using cylinders at the Polo Field in Washington, D.C. This photograph captures a scene from balloon operations during World War I. Symbol number 58631. The photo was taken on March 27, 1919.

A photograph taken on November 1, 1918, shows ammunition cars under construction by the 19th T.C. and Railway Detachment Ord. Dept., in Base Section 1, Saint-Nazaire, Loire Inferieure, France. The photo is of General View of the construction site. The image was released by A.E.F. Censor on January 7, 1919.

Coast Guard Convoy, Anti Submarine Patrol. This image depicts a fleet of ships.

A Caproni three-motor bombing plane flies overhead during World War One. This photograph, numbered 15,176, was taken by the D.M.A. photographer in 1918. The image showcases the large size and power of the Caproni aircraft, which played a significant role in military operations during the war.

Artillery unloading platform constructed by the 13th Engrs. west of Souilly. The photograph shows the end of the side unloading platform and the approaching end unloading platform. Photo taken in October 1918.

Troops of the 77th Division board a ferry-boat named Scandinavia at Hoboken after the arrival of the S.S. America. They are transferred to Long Island City via the ferry and then continue their journey by rail to Camp Mills. The photograph was taken on May 12, 1919, by Lieutenant G.H. Lyon, S.C. Standard text for photographs, might understand numbers and some letters wrongly, sorry about that.

Caption: "Lt. Hargan poses with a captured German 7.6 cm light trench mortar known as the 'Minnen-Werfer', model 1916. The photo was taken on April 27, 1918, at the Army Trench Mortar School located in Ft. de la Bonnelle, Langres, France. This image was released by the A.E.F. Censor on January 7, 1919."

Sgt. Alvin C. York, along with 17 other soldiers from the 327th Regiment of the 82nd Division, successfully captured 132 German soldiers. The photograph depicts the hill where the raid occurred in the background. It was taken in the Argonne Forest near Cornay, Ardennes, France. The image was received on January 19th, 1605-F9. The photographer, Sgt. Alvin C. York, took the photo on February 7th, 1919.

Soldiers in the trenches southwest of Wyksharte during World War I. This photograph depicts a scene of military activities during the war. It is marked with the code 111-SC-27225 and was taken by a military photographer on 11-27-18. The image is for official use only.

Sgt. Gray from the Engineer Corps is seen in the photograph taken on March 3, 1919, operating precision instruments. The pantograph with wheel supports is being used by the Engineer Corps for their tasks. The photograph was approved by the M.I.D. censors on March 10, 1919. It is marked "FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY 0h06E."

Rear right view of a 1 1/2 ton, Model 23 A truck manufactured by General Motors Co. in Pontiac, Michigan. This truck was used as the Standard Class A truck by the Signal Corps and Air Service during World War I. Photograph taken on April 14, 1919, and the description was received and issued by the Motor Transport Corps. Official use only.

Lt. Duff of S.C. photographed a view from a wrecked church window showing the high part of the town and the hill where German machine gun nests hindered the American advance. The church is still being targeted by shell fire in Grandpre, Ardennes, France during World War One. Released by A.E.F. Censor.

"Photograph taken by LT. Lyon on May 6, 1919, during the 77th Division Parade in New York City. The image shows wounded men of the division, who are still convalescent, being carried in automobiles throughout the length of the parade. This photograph is part of subject 49880, in the collection of American Military Activities during World War One."

Sgt. 1st Cl. C. H. White of the E 149th Regt. Field Artillery, formerly the 1st Regt. F.A., ILL., N.G., is photographed firing barrage during World War I in Reherrey, France, on May 3, 1918. The photograph was taken by photographer RECO and is numbered 11977. It was censored and released by M.I.B. Censor on June 10, 1918.

Four members of the 7th Auro Squadron, Shurman Village, assemble their individual equipment for field inspection. The photograph was taken in 1912, but received and released by the Photo Division in February 1918. This image is part of the collection of American Military Activities during World War I curated by the U.S. War and Navy Departments.

Description: SOP.GSR. 4391. Ilorin town. 5-11-29. 1130. F10" 1000' Location: Ilorin town, Nigeria Date: 05-Nov-29 africa

Smokejumpers: In Action - Montana. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Location: Peking, China Date: 1900 china, asia, boxerrebellion, asiathroughalens

Trench construction at Fort Sheridan, undertaken by student officers, showing dugouts behind the first-line trenches. The photograph was taken as part of a series documenting American military activities during World War One. This image has the photographer number RECO, and is labeled 111-SC-800.

Camp Meigs headquarters in Washington D.C. as seen in this photograph taken on November 20, 1918. The image shows Private W.J. Miller of the Signal Corps. This photograph was received on November 23, 1918 and passed by the M.I.D. censor. The picture is labeled with the description "Camp Headquarters."

Description: Pony Company Moving Off. 200 ft. OBS OFR O Gayford. Location: British Somaliland Date: 1919 africa

Test of time fuses during World War One military activities. A burst of twenty, 3-inch shrapnel is seen bursting 17,500 ft. from the gun. The arrow in the picture indicates the aiming point. This photograph was taken during a night firing session in Lakewood, New Jersey.

Soldiers from the 38th Regiment of Infantry, 3rd Division, U.S.A., marching towards the trenches in Montmirail, France, on June 1, 1918. They are mobilizing to assist in resisting the German advance towards Paris. This photograph was taken by Sgt. A. Duff of the Signal Corps and is labeled as number 14114 in the collection of American Military Activities during World War I.

Lookout of a Bunker, 1940 - 1944 photograph Two male German soldiers and three female German soldiers overlook the landscape from the lookout of a bunker. In the background meadows. Photo on page 20 in photo album surveillance bunkers. Netherlands photographic support gelatin silver print permanent fortifications. the company, the unit, the troop ~ military service Netherlands

Image 111-SC-34372 shows the aftermath of a collision between Plane #40 and Plane #44 at the Air Service Flying School in Rich Field, Waco, Texas during World War One. The collision caused damage to the upper right wing, aileron, and lower right wing of Plane #40. The photograph was taken in December 1918.

"Six inch guns of the 150th Heavy Artillery, 42nd Division, stored in a large covered court alongside the 'Crosser Sprudel' in Neuenahr, Germany. Photograph taken on January 4, 1919 by Sergeant E.G. Hamlin. Reference number: SUBIECTI 46304 SGT.E.G.HAMLIN.S.C. PHOTOGRAPHER SURGICA RECO-29-19 TAKEN1-4-19 3459-19. A sign in the photo reads 'Rauchen verboten!' (No smoking!)."

Field kitchen in operation during the victory parade in New York, N.Y. Lt. Geo.H.Lyon (S.C.), a photographer, captured this image. The photo was taken on May 15, 1919 (reference number: 5-349). Soldiers can be seen preparing meals in the field kitchen as part of the parade activities.

Newly deployed Rhine guards stand on the bank of the River with the Coblenz Bridge in the background. This photograph was captured in Coblenz, Rhenish Prussia, Germany. The photographer, H. D. Lothers, took this image on 3-10-19, and it was issued for distribution on 1-6-19.

"Sailors in training at the Great Lakes Training Station spell out 'God and the Right' using their bodies. This photo was taken in 1918 and showcases the patriotic spirit and dedication of military personnel during World War One."

Dugouts; French troop quarters. 1918. Photographs. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Photography Collection. World War, 1914-1918, Soldiers , French

Bruggen, May 1940, Anonymous, 1940 photograph Album magazine with four photos of destroyed bridges and constructed emergency bridges, during the German advance in May 1940. Part of the photo album of the Wehrmacht 1938-1941. Netherlands photographic support. cardboard gelatin silver print (military) attack. occupation ~ war. bridge. pontoon bridge Netherlands

Lieutenant David T. Harlan took this photograph on June 25, 1918, in Suda, France. It shows a 540 mm Chamond gun model 1912. The gun fires from a platform rather than the trucks. The barrel of the gun weighs 62 tons and has a range of 28 kilometers. The image is held by the A.E.F. Censor and was passed by them. Additional notes indicate the reference number, allocation, the location where it will appear in the publication, the page number, and other technical details that are unclear. Finally, the date of issue is not provided.

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Description: Mahebourg, Riche En Eau S.E. Location: Mahebourg, Mauritius Date: January 1945

Zeppelins during the First World War, Anonymous, c. 1917 - c. 1918 photograph. scrapbook Five photos from Zeppelins, among others, during the First World War and a portrait of Peter Strasser. All photos are provided with a number and title. This page is part of an album. paper. photographic support gelatin silver print 46C35 airship, zeppelin. historical persons. (military) uniforms Germany

Army Crossing of the Donjek River. Original caption: 43-3881: Army crossing of the Donjek River. Section B 2. Mile post Army Map Mile 229. Original caption: 43-3882: As yet the water is not running under the bridge across this channel of the Donjek River. Mile post Army Map Mile 229.5. Photos by Pinkstaff, May 17, 1943. State: Alaska.

Public Roads has cleared to take a bad curve out of the present road; A portion of camp #4. Original caption: 43-3431 - Public Roads has cleared to take a bad curve out of the present road. Facing south. Section E. AM 60.3 N.S.J. April 8, 1943 Pinkstaff. Original caption: 43-3432 - A portion of camp #4 B. A portion of camp #4 taken just north of #18 S 122-A. Section E AM 70.2 N.S.J. April 8, 1943. State: Alaska.

Diary entries: August 19, 1918, cont.; August 26, 1918; photograph depicting the base of Big Bertha. 1918 - 1918. Photographs. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Photography Collection. World War, 1914-1918, Artillery (Weaponry), World War, 1914-1918 , Military life

Patrol area kota baharoe. May 3, 1949, Theunissen (Sergeant Major), 1949 photograph Album magazine with 6 photos taken during a 14-day patrol in the vicinity of Kota Bakaroe, May 1949. Photos of men in boats on the river. During the patrol, a lot of smuggling was seized: white pepper, sugar, rice, a boat and a Japanese gun. Part of the photo album of the service of Sergeant Major Theunissen in Borneo, 1947-1954. NetherlandsBorneo photographic support. cardboard gelatin silver print / writing (processes) Borneo

Smokejumpers: In Action - Montana. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Quarter in Buschhoven, Anonymous, 1939 - 1940 photograph Album magazine with three photos of the military billions in a farm in Buschhoven, Winter 1939-1940. Part of a German military album Second World War 1939-1940. Germany photographic support. paper gelatin silver print barracks. quartered in private houses Germany

Collection of World War I Photographs, 1914-1918 that depict the military activities of British and other nation's armed forces and personnel during World War I.

Cuts in the ice to encourage the drainage of the ice melt into the culvert; General view of Soldiers Summit near Kluane Lake. Original caption: 44-459 - Contractor Dawson's men have made these cuts in the ice on the uphill side of the Army road to encourage the drainage as the ice melts into the culvert which they in turn thawed out. Section C, mile 137.7 E Whitehorse on strip map, March 26, 1943. Original caption: 44-460 - General view of Soldiers Summit near Kluane Lake just after the ceremonies dedicating the Alcan Highway. Section B2, mile 159.5 W. Whitehorse on strip map. November 20, 1942. State: Alaska.

Invasion Fireworks. From the deck of a Coast Guard manned transport, Coast Guard photographer captured these shots of an American cargo ship hit by Nazi dive bombers in an air raid on a convoy in the invasion of Sicily. Fire, started by bombs dropped amidships, spread rapidly to the ship's munitions supply, which exploded to form dangerous though picturesque patterns across the Mediterranean.

Description: It's an ill wind that blows nobody any good" or "Hitting the nail on the head" (If you can get any). Location: Suva, Fiji Date: 20 February 1941 Description: Bird's Eye View". Fortunately fine weather followed the blow for many days. Location: Suva, Fiji Date: 20 February 1941 fiji, australasia, oceania, australasiathroughalens

A dead rebel soldier, as he lay on the foot passage in the trenches of "Fort Hell," part of a broken musket and bayonet stuck in the bank. The marks and spots on his face are blood oozing from the wound in his head. Civil War Photograph Collection , Original negative is: LC-B811-3178. War casualties, Virginia, Petersburg, 1860-1870, Trench warfare, Virginia, Petersburg, 1860-1870, Forts & fortifications, Virginia, Petersburg, 1860-1870, United States, History, Civil War, 1861-1865, Casualties, Confederate, Virginia, Petersburg, United States, History, Civil War, 1861-1865, Military facilities, Virginia, Petersburg, Petersburg (Va.), History, Siege, 1864-1865.

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