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World War I Military Portraits

Official photographs of military officers during World War I, showcasing uniforms and military settings, emphasizing historical significance.

Image depicting 2nd Lt. James E. Smith of the 110th Field Signal Battalion, 35th Division, taken in Haudainville, Meuse, France on November 6, 1918. This photograph was captured by photographer R.C. Price on February 26, 1919. Officially issued with the description number 40868.

Captain Edwin F. Post, the Operations Officer of the 60th Infantry, 5th Division, is seen here in Esch, Luxembourg during World War One. The photograph was taken by Lieutenant W. Fox and received on December 21, 1918. The image is part of the collection of American military activities during the war.

Major Edward W. Thompson, a member of the 119th Field Artillery, sadly passed away on October 18, 1918. He sustained fatal wounds while serving during the Meuse-Argonne offensive. This photograph was taken on August 1, 1919. Please note that this image is not an official release and is for limited use only.

This photograph is labeled as 111-SC-2960 and features Captain John Warren Joyes of the Ordnance Department. The image shows a circle with an X inside in the left corner, and the description notes 2960. The photographer received the photo but did not specify the date it was taken.

Private A. Buckels of Co, D. 1st Machine Gun Battalion, 2nd Brigade, 1st Division and C.W. Scott, a Seaman from Naval Headquarters in Paris, France, seen here in a photograph taken on 7th January 1918. They were both on detached duty service in Paris.

This photograph shows First Lieutenant John Newport Greene, the first man to receive the new American decoration for valor in battle. Lt. Greene, originally from Staunton, Virginia, served with the Nobton-Harjes Field Ambulance Service before joining the US Field Artillery. He was recommended for promotion by General Pershing and received his First Lieutenancy. While on duty near Toul, he was struck by a hand grenade.

Sgt. Leo G. Morper of the 311th Field Signal Battalion stands alongside Major John F. Dillon. The photo was taken on December 19, 1918, at the Replacement Depot in Les Montils, Loir et Cher, France. The image is part of the collection 111-SC-44221, and these details were recorded on March 1, 1919.

Brigadier General S.T. Ansell photographed by Lt. Fox, Signal Reserve Corps on March 19, 1918. The image was censored and released by the War College Division on March 28, 1918. This photograph is part of the collection numbered 6708.

Photograph of Brigadier General Joseph C. Castner, Commander of the 9th Infantry Brigade, 5th Division, taken in Esch, Luxembourg. Photographer: Lt. Wn. Fox, S.C. This image was received on March 1, 1919, with description issuance number 415261. Additional note: 42586 LIE.

Colonel Wilbur M. Lee, Infantry, is pictured in this photograph during the training period for the 127th Infantry. The photo was taken as part of the documentation of the occupation of a sector in Alsace. The image has a symbol on it and is identified as number 61406. It is marked "UG FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY."

Brig. Gen. Adrian S. Fleming, the commanding officer of the 158th Field Artillery Brigade at the headquarters of the 32nd Division, is shown in this photograph taken in Sayn, Germany. The photo was taken by Lt. Nat. L. Dewell, S.C. on December 15, 1918.

Major Carlin C. Stokely, previously a captain in the Infantry, served in the War Plans Division of the General Staff at Rens Branch. This photograph captures Stokely in 1918 during World War I. The exact details of the location and context of the image are not provided.

Major Campbell of the British Royal Flying Corps and Major McElgin at the Aviation Experimental Station, Langley Field, Hampton, VA. This photograph was taken on October 28, 1917. It is part of Group 1515, Personnel, U.S.A. and was released to the Office of Public Information on December 27, 1917.

Major General Andre Brewster and his party posing for a photograph in France. This image is part of the 50,381 Signal Corps photograph series. The photographer is Reco, and the photograph was taken and issued under the symbol E.

Sgt. Jack Abbott standing next to a Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) in readiness for action. The photograph was taken on November 9, 1918, at the Ordnance Dept., G.H.Q. in Chaumont, Hte. Marne, France. It is marked with the reference number 32358 and was not intended for publication, only for official use.

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.

"Lt. Lawrence K. Callahan of the 148th American Aero Squadron captured in his flying kit during World War I. The photo was taken on September 14, 1918, in Remaisnil, Somme, France. The photograph was approved by the A.E.P. censor. (Photograph ID: 111-SC-24272)"

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.

1st Lt. CP. P. Heffler, in charge of the commissary, in Andernach, Germany on the Rhine. The photograph was taken by Sgt. F. Buettner, S.C. on January 16, 1919. The image shows 1st Lt. Heffler overseeing the operations of the commissary in Andernach.

Sgt. Legge captures a photo of Major Henry G. Gale, the Officer in Charge of the Special Service Division in the office of the Chief Signal Officer, Headquarters, 8.0.8. Signal Corps based in Tours, Indre et Loire, France. This image was taken on December 20, 1918. Notes: 38001.

1st Lieut. Charles Hammond, a member of Company L in the 125th Infantry, was killed in action on July 31, 1918. This photo was taken during the Aisne-Marne offensive, when he was leading his company against the enemy. This image is designated as number 61244 in a collection of photographs documenting American military activities during World War I. Please note: this caption is marked as "For Official Use Only."

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.

Captain Wyatt G. Franks of the Signal Corps, U.S.A. (Photo credit: Signal Corps, photographer number 68699) is captured in this photograph. The photo was taken in May of 1920 and the description symbol is A₁ SECD6-2-1920. The image was issued to Captain Wyatt G. Franks. Notification number: 68699.

Portrait of Mrs. P.H. Bliss, taken by Photographer Isu. Photograph is numbered 111-SC-3961 and is included in the collection titled "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One." Caption does not provide any additional information or context.

Portrait of 2nd Lieut. Charles Raymond Wilber, Co. B, 126th Infantry, who was killed in action on October 3rd, 1918, during the Meuse-Argonne offensive. Photograph taken on August 1, 1919.

American soldier, 18th Lieutenant Rex P. Enoch of the 60th Infantry, 9th Brigade, 5th Division, photographed in Esch, Luxembourg on March 1, 1919. The photo was taken by Lt. W. Fox and issued by the Military Censorship on December 20, 1918. Reference number 111-SC-42536.

Seaman Gordon Dewees, a member of the U.S. Navy, is photographed here. Dewees was tragically lost at sea on the U.S.S. Cyclops on June 14, 1918. This photograph, labeled as 111-SC-43720, was taken on June 14, 1918.

1st Lt. M. C. Thiel, Q.M.C., is in charge of the power plant at the Mechanical Bakery in Advance Section #1, Q.M.C. Is-sur-Tille, Cote d'Or, France. The photograph was taken on April 14, 1919, and the photographer is Sgt. G. Tyden, S.C. The description states that Lt. Thiel was issued the photograph on February 4, 1919. The image is related to the United States Army's Mechanical Bakeries.

"Allies using natural formations for shelter - This photograph depicts soldiers taking cover in caverns, ravines, and other natural formations during World War I. These hiding spots provide necessary protection for troops and ammunition. This image emphasizes the importance of conserving food to support soldiers fighting overseas."

This photograph was taken on January 23, 1919, by Sgt. Cornochan, S.C. It features Lt. Col. William G. Ball, who was in charge of the Bakery Branch of the Q.M.C. in Paris, Seine, France. The caption also mentions that the photo was assigned the number 49684.

Commander Perkins, Executive Officer of U.S.S. George Washington, pictured carrying the Peace Commission to France in 1919. This photograph was taken as part of documentation of American military activities during World War One.

Lieutenant Colonel O.F. Snyder, U.S.A., captain of the A.E.F. Pistol Team, stands with the gold cup won by his team in the Inter-Allied Pistol Team Matches in Le Mans, France, 1919. The cup was presented by the Minister of War of China. Photograph taken by the Signal Corps on September 29, 1929. Reference number: 9018815.

Second Lieutenant Edward Byron Rhodes, Co. E, 125th Infantry, is pictured here. He was killed in action on October 10, 1918, during the Meuse-Argonne offensive. This photograph is labeled with the number 61285, taken by the photographer on August 1, 1919. It was issued with the W symbol. This is an unofficial copy, marked "FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY".

American soldier standing next to a suit of armor from medieval Germany in Sayn, Germany. The photograph was taken in 1919 by photographer NECO and is labeled with the number 50768. This image is part of the Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One collection.

Brigadier General W. D. Connor, the base commander of Base Section #2, is featured in this photograph taken on November 23, 1918. The photograph was drawn by Joseph Cummings Chase and copied at the S.C. Photo Laboratory in Vincennes, Seine, France. It was held by the A.E.P. Censor and issued with additional notes on December 23, 1918.

Brigadier General Todd, commanding the 58th Artillery Brigade, at Tailly in the Ardennes, France. Photo taken by Lieutenant Paul W. Cloud. Released by AEP Censor, with the exact date of release unknown. Photograph number 34976 from the collection.

Personnel supervisor, Arthur J. Turner, being photographed during his role in the Committee on Classification of Personnel in the army, in January 1919. This image was taken by C.P.I. PHOTOGRAPHÉ and was issued by SURDER AU ARTHUR J. TURNER.

French soldier wearing a helmet with a visor, commonly referred to as a Pollock visor. The photograph shows the helmet in a front view with the visor lowered. This particular helmet was issued to the soldier and is an example of the equipment used during World War 1.

A photograph of a German prisoner during World War One. The captured German is identified as Number 61761 and was photographed by Captain W.J. Aylward. The picture is from 1918 and is labeled as a "German Prisoner Type." Additional information includes a reference to another photograph with the identification number 48549 and the acronym "Eco." The notes mention the initials "w.j. Chyt" and the symbol ACE-14 3-3.

Major General C.A.F. Flagler, Commanding 42nd Division, is seen in this photograph taken in Ahrweiler, Germany. The image is part of the SC photographer's collection and is identified as reco 28-19 3478-19. The description states that it was issued by Nurber, Major General C.A.F. Flagler. The photo was taken on December 16, 1918, and is noted as 46323.

2nd Lt. Rat L. Dewell, S.C., captured an image of Pvt. Lester Trevcorrah from Company B of the 127th Infantry. Trevcorrah is seen wearing a tag with a doctor's diagnosis. Due to his inability to endure the journey to the Rhine, he remained behind, awaiting an ambulance to transport him to a hospital in Welschbillig, Germany.

Soldiers from the United States Army engaging in field training exercises during World War One.

The image shows three officers of the 94th AEPO Squadron: 1st Lieut. E. V. Rickenbacker, U.S.R., 1st Lieutenant Douglas Campbell, U.S.R. (First American Ace), and Captain Kenneth Marr, U.S.R. The photo was taken near Toul, France, and was issued on August 1, 1918. It was passed by the A.E.P. censor on July 23, 1918.

Major General J.F. Morrison, U.S.A. being photographed by C. Kimber. This image is from the "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One" collection. Use of this photograph is restricted to official purposes only. Reference number: 111-SC-3923.

Major General W.M. Wright, commanding general of the 1st Army Corps, is photographed in Tailly, Ardennes, France. The image was taken on November 12th, 1918, by Lieutenant Paul W. Cloud. Released by the ARP censor, the date of the image's release is unknown.

Unidentified Signal Corps officer during World War One, taken in 1919. The photograph shows an officer from the Signal Corps, although their identity is not known. The code assigned to the photograph is 111-SC-224, and the photographer is recorded as REC 1919 DESCRIPTION. The photograph is marked with the symbol 188ED and symbolic notation Ⓒ224.

General Montgomery C. Meigs, former Quartermaster General of the U.S. Army, captured in this photograph taken on July 23, 1920. The photograph bears the number 69052 and was taken by photographer S.C. Meigs. In the photograph, General Meigs can be seen wearing a military uniform.

This photograph shows a hemispherical canister designed for submarines, which was part of the mechanical research conducted by H.H. Clark in the Chemical Warfare Service's Research Division. The photograph was taken by Red on July 12, 1918. It is assigned the description number "54694" and is associated with the Chemical Warfare Service.

President Woodrow Wilson aboard the U.S.S. George Washington in December 1918. The photograph was taken and issued by the European Commission. President Wilson is seen on the ship during his visit.

"Second Lieut. Frank A. Sturtevant, Co. H, 128th Infantry, killed in Action October 9th, 1918, during Meuse-Argonne Offensive. Photograph taken on date of the report, 8/1/19. Description: 18BUED - Official photo of Second Lieutenant Sturtevant. Notes for Official Use Only: A brave soldier who made the ultimate sacrifice for his country."

Brig. Gen. Richard Coulter, Commanding Base Section No. 4, is pictured in Le Havre, France. The photo was taken on January 11, 1918, by photographer R.M. Barnes.

Personnel Supervisor N.F. Dougherty of the Committee of Classification of personnel in the army. This photo was taken in January 1919 and is labeled as "For official use only." It has the issued number 273757.

Brig. Gen. Geo. C. Barnhart, C.G., of the 178th Infantry Brigade in the 89th Division, is photographed in Pallien, Germany. The image was taken on March 1, 1919, by photographer 2nd Lt. Paul W. Cloud. This photograph is labeled with the issued number Wi 1-5-19.

Bronze statue of an American soldier, photographed by SCT. Keen Polk in May 1920. The statue is number 68670 and was received on May 27, 1920. It depicts a soldier in uniform and shows signs of wear and tear.

Harrison B. Parton, aged 26, is pictured in this photograph. He served as a Private in Company C of the 2nd Field Signal Battalion during World War I. Parton's civil address was in Anadarko, Oklahoma, and he was born on September 3, 1892. His military history includes enlistment in the U.S. Engineering Corps in 1913 and reenlistment in February 1918. He arrived in France in September 1918. Additionally, Parton worked as a farmer and land operator, with 420 acres of rented farmland. He has Native American ancestry, belonging to the Caddo tribe.

Lt. Col. Launcelot M. Purcell, a Quartermaster at the American Embarkation Center in Le Mans, France, is photographed next to Sgt. Riden, S.C. 49127. The photo was taken on March 1, 1919, and it is labeled as 3287-19. Lt. Col. Purcell is seen holding a document labeled "M Number B," while taking notes.

1st Lieut. Thomas E.M. Hefferan, a member of Co. M, 126th Infantry, was unfortunately killed in action on August 1st, 1918, during the Aisne-Marne offensive. This photograph, labeled as SUBIECT 61221, was taken on August 1st, 1919. The description issued with the photograph contains information about Lt. Hefferan's demise.

Lieutenant Colonel O.K. Sadler, the commanding officer of Signal Corps Depot No. 2 in Gievres, Loire et Cher, France. This photograph was taken by Photographer Sot. J.T. Seabrook. The number E was assigned to this image and it was issued to Lieutenant Colonel O.K. Sadler. The photo was taken on January 6, 1919. Additional notes include the reference number 48929.

American soldiers conducting military training during World War One.

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

Anefo photo collection. Portraits. Military abroad. 1945

Portret, anonymous, 1940 - 1943 photograph Album magazine with a portrait of a German soldier, a brother of Werner Neufang. Part of a photo album about the German Werner Neufang of the Kriegsmarine and the Dutch Thea Driesen. Germany paper. photographic support gelatin silver print historical persons not known by name Germany

Portrait of a man. George Kendall Warren, photographer (American, 1834 - 1884) 1868 Portrait of a man, possibly George Montgomery Harris, dressed in a cadet uniform. He faces the right area of the image with a stern expression.

Caption: Pvt. Behrens, a military photographer, captured this photograph on Feb. 10, 1919. In the image, the American artist Joseph Cummings Chase can be seen drawing a sketch during his time with the Signal Corps in France. Sgt. 1st Cl. L.R. Crawford, who was also with the Signal Corps, is mentioned in the notes.

American soldiers wearing winter uniforms in preparation for deployment to Siberia during World War I. These soldiers are well-equipped with warm clothing to combat the extreme cold weather conditions they will face. Photograph taken by Sergeant 1st Class Jay L. Hoehlein on September 24, 1918. Released by M.I.D. on September 27, 1918.

Sergeant Charles Drury, a member of the 4th Army Corps Radio Section, is pictured in this photograph. He is 33 years old and originally from Chicago, Illinois. His parents and grandparents were also born in Chicago, while his ancestors hail from Ireland. The image was taken in Cochem, Germany on March 27, 1919 by photographer Sgt. Charles E. Mace. The photograph is cataloged as number 45153 and was issued on January 17, 1919.

Brig. Gen. Henry P. Birmingham observing military activities during World War I. This photograph was taken on August 6, 1918, by a photographer from the Army Medical Museum. Gen. Birmingham can be seen in the image, actively involved in the events.

Front view of a French helmet with a pollock visor raised. This photograph was taken in December 1918 by the Ordnance Department. It is marked with the description "NUMBER AU TAKES FRENCH HELMET WITH POLOCK VISOR. ISSUED" and also includes the note "20-16-7."

Coast Guard Dog Patrol. This image depicts a Coast Guardsman as he trains his sub-machine gun on the spot where a suspicious sound came from, challenging the intruder.

Description: Mr. B.R. Cole-Adams. Cadet 1919. asia, malaysia, borneo, sabah, asiathroughalens

Hunting - Pennsylvania. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Portrait of an Army Nurse. This image depicts artwork of U.S. Army Lieutenant Francis Dunn, painted by Coast Guard Combat Artist Joseph di Gemma.

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