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World War I Military Events

Images capturing significant moments involving military leaders and troops during World War I, including ceremonies, parades, and official addresses.

German soldiers patrolling the streets of Gondrexon, France during World War One. This photograph was taken on G-24 65496 by photographer RECO on May 12th, 1919. The soldiers are identifiable by their German uniforms and are seen in a relatively quiet town.
German soldiers patrolling the streets of Gondrexon, France during World War One. This photograph was taken on G-24 65496 by photographer RECO on May 12th, 1919. The soldiers are identifiable by their German uniforms and are seen in a relatively quiet town.
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Cavalry troops performing saber drill at Fort Sam Houston, Texas in 1918. This photograph, taken by the Signal Corps, shows the troops in training. The image is numbered 13683 and is a part of the collection "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One".
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Admiral Benson boarding his ship after visiting the British flagship in English waters during World War One. The photo, taken by an American photographer, shows the exchange of information and coordination between the American and British navies. Benson is seen leaving the British warship after meeting with Admiral Beatty.
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King of Italy reviewing American troops on the Italian front during World War I.
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Cpl. Keen Polk of the 302nd Field Signal Battalion, 77th Division, is seen cleaning up and repairing equipment after the fighting in the Argonne Forest. The photo was taken near Abri du Cruchet, Meuse, France. This image was passed by A.E.F censor, date not provided.
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American troops from the 3rd Army Corps entering Treves, Germany. This photograph, taken in 1918, shows the soldiers marching into the city. It is part of the Photographs of American Military Activities during World War I collection. (Photo credit: Signal Corps, Sumber 50395, taken in 1918, E.1880D)
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The photograph shows the 77th Division parading on 5th Avenue in New York City. The infantry can be seen marching in a new formation on 5th Avenue at 41st Street. The photograph was taken by Sgt. McGrigle on May 9, 1919. The image is part of the collection with the symbol RECO 9-12-19.
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A convoy of trucks from the Motor Transport Service departing with troops of the 7th Infantry near Moulins, France. The photograph was taken on July 30, 1918, and received by the photographer Pvt. J. F. Lobbon on September 6, 1918. It was approved by the A.E.F. censor on August 17, 1918.
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Crowd gathered at Mount Vernon, Virginia for the Independence Day ceremonies on July 4, 1918 during World War I. The crowd can be seen listening to a speech delivered by President Wilson. The photograph was taken by Lt. H. P. Kinganore of the Signal Corps. It was censored and released by the M. I. B. Censor on July 12, 1918. Issued notes indicate that 4000 copies of this photograph were distributed.
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Caption: "Independence day review at Belgian General Headquarters, July 4th, 1918. Gen. Delobbe, Chief Belgian Staff, Capt. W. Penn Cresson, Chief American Mission, and other reviewing officers observe the parade. This photograph was taken by photographer 15356 and was censored and released by M.I.D. Censor on September 5, 1918."
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First Lieutenant William Brittain, the composite soldier shown in the image, was a machinist and professional musician before serving in the military. He was born in Sutton Bay, Michigan on April 8, 1890, and stood at a height of 5 feet 10 inches, weighing 160 pounds. Lieutenant Brittain received the Distinguished Service Cross (D.S.C.) and demonstrated leadership through example. He had two brothers in service, one in Ordnance and one in Infantry. He participated in all engagements of the 125th Infantry, except for the close of Argonne when he was sent to officers school. The photograph was taken in Huf, Germany.
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Soldiers participating in an Independence Day parade in Kewanee, Illinois on July 4, 1918. This photograph was taken by a photographer from the Committee on Public Information (CPI) and is numbered 111-SC-15791 in their archives. The parades on Independence Day were a common way to celebrate the holiday during World War I.
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Returning troops of the 29th Division stand crowded on Pier #4 at the Port of Embarkation in Newport News, VA. They have just disembarked from the Transport Antignon. This photograph was taken on July 21, 1919, by Sergeant Newberg, and it is part of a historical series documenting American military activities during World War I.
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A doctor attending to wounded American soldiers behind the first line trench during World War One. The photograph was taken in France on February 7, 1918. The image is part of the 4050 series in the collection "Photographs of American Military Activities."
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French Army hospital damaged by German bombing during World War One. Photo taken in 1919. Caption: "French Army Hospital bombed by Germans, 1919."
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Constructional progress at Camp Humphreys, Virginia. This image shows the process of hauling in logs for the construction of trestle No. 6, also known as "snaking." The photograph was taken on May 27, 1918, by Lieutenant E.M. deBerri of the Signal Corps. It was censored and released on June 3, 1918, by the Historical Branch, W.P.D.
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Soldiers resist traditional etiquette by refusing to remove their hats during the Independence Day parade in Springfield, Massachusetts, leading to a riot. The photograph captures a scene from July 4, 1918, emphasizing the tense atmosphere surrounding patriotic celebrations during World War I.
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Soldiers marching in a Fourth of July parade in New York in 1918. They are wearing scotch kilts as part of their uniforms. The photograph was taken by a C.P.I. photographer on July 28, 1918.
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Saddler Allen L. Duffoer of the 323rd Field Artillery Headquarters Company is seen on the outpost near Straussenhaus, Germany. The photograph was taken on December 17, 1918, by Lieutenant Nat L. Dewell of the Signal Corps. The reference number for this photo is 3963-08.
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American soldiers receiving inoculations for disease prevention at a Red Cross unit in Allentown, Pennsylvania during February 1918.
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Sgt. J.T. Seabrook, a photographer in the S.C., captured this image (111-SC-39448) on March 12, 1919. The photograph shows the 364th Infantry band performing a concert in front of the Hotel de Ville Audenarde in Belgium. It was issued with the number E TAREN11-12-18. There is additional note about Qvardeelco Boucer Hotel Du Saumon.
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Young men who have recently registered for the National S.A.T.C. gather on the lawn of Benson Polytechnic School in Portland, Oregon. They are listening to speeches by various dignitaries including the Mayor of Portland, the President of Reed College, and Army officers. The event is a commemoration ceremony.
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American soldiers advancing during the Verdun Offensive, following a barrage. The photograph was taken on December 21, 1918, and was drawn by official American military artist Captain George Harding. This image is also labeled as 111-SC-37897.
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"Main street of Elercourt, Meuse, with men of the 80th and 90th divisions resting after returning from the battle front. This town served as the headquarters for the 80th Division during World War I. The 90th Division was also present in Elercourt at that time. Photo taken by 1st Lt. R.W. Sears."
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Two American field artillery batteries are seen moving through the streets of Fleville in the Argonne during the American advance northwest of Verdun during World War I. One battery is headed towards the front lines while the other is heading to a rest area. The exact date of the photograph is unknown.
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Enlisted men from the 1st Replacement Regiment of Engineers are being taught rigging at the Engineers School of Rigging located at Washington Barracks, D.C. This type of rigging is encountered in the field by troops. This photograph was taken on August 6, 1918 by NURU A. PHOTOGRAPHER.
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Soldiers and military officials watch as Lithuanian immigrants celebrate their country's independence day in McKinley Park, Chicago, Illinois. The event took place on August 19, 1918, during World War I. (Note: The description includes administrative and security details.)
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President Woodrow Wilson having Christmas dinner with the American Expeditionary Force (A.E.F.) at Montigny le Roi, France during World War One. Also present are Major General McAndrews, General Pershing, General Hale, Ambassador Jusserand, General Hunter Liggett, Mme. Jusserand, General Summerall, Miss E. Benham, and General Leorat. Photograph taken on December 26, 1918.
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"Vietnamese children looking at a tank and Marines in the Marble Mountain area, 12 miles south of Danang. The tank had returned from a patrol and dropped off Marines from Company D, 1st Battalion, 9th Marines on September 18, 1965. Photo taken by LCpl. J. Hallas. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A185696 ZUR 127 GVB-37/"
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Hockey teams at Camp Grant, Illinois during World War I. The photograph was taken by a C.P.I. photographer and received on April 8, 1919. The image depicts the hockey teams, but no further details are provided in the description. The photograph is officially issued for use.
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Students at Culver Military Academy in Indiana participating in target practice. The targets are set up at different distances of 200, 300, 500, and 600 yards from a common firing point. This photograph was taken by photographer ECO on July 8, 1918. The image is marked "For Official use only" and includes a $4 fee.
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Description: A Zulu Policeman. Location: South Africa Description: Zulu Chief, Tetiliko Location: South Africa zulu, zuluchief, africa, tetiliko
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Unofficial 7th Regiment of New York National Guard leaving their Armory on Park Avenue for training at Camp Wade- worth, Spartanburg, S.C. before deployment to France during World War I.