World War I Review and Drills

Historic photographs of soldiers during World War I, including training exercises, inspections, and combat preparations.

Soldiers in gas masks training during World War One. The photograph, taken in 1918, shows the soldiers wearing gas masks as part of their training to prepare for chemical warfare. The image is part of the Photographs of American Military Activities collection from 1919.

Italian soldiers undergo a review during World War I. This photograph, numbered 20239 and taken in 1919 by the photographer Seco, shows a group of soldiers lined up as they are inspected. The image is part of the collection "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One."

Soldiers of the 163rd Machine Gun Company, known as SUMBER B, prepare to leave their training site at the 1st Depot Division in Mont Ritcherd, France. The photograph was taken on August 9, 1918. It was approved by the A.E.P. Censor but the date of approval was not provided. There appears to be a metallic car in the background.

Snapshot of the Field Day meet held at the U.S. School of Military Aeronautics, Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. The photograph, taken in 1919, features a group of unidentified military personnel participating in the event. The event was symbolized by the presence of a large "C" symbol. Recorded as photograph number 53544, with additional notes numbered 053544.

Soldiers in gas masks training during World War One. The photograph, taken in 1918, shows the soldiers wearing gas masks as part of their training to prepare for chemical warfare. The image is part of the Photographs of American Military Activities collection from 1919.

Soldiers from the 8th Aerial Transportation Corps (8.A.T.C) carry out radio field work at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana during World War One. This photograph was taken on April 27, 1919, and is designated as BUBIECT: 8.A.T.C. 58777. It was issued with the description "Radio field work, Tulane University, New Orleans, La." and is marked for official use only.

"Commanders Post in Flanders - This photograph, numbered 111-SC-1721, captures a French official at a commanders post during World War One. Taken after its capture from the Germans, the image shows a colonel and his staff of officers from an infantry regiment in the Belgian front in Flanders. (214 PHOTOGRAPHER REC'D DESCRIPTION ISSUED TAKEN H NUMER A COMMANDERS POST. PO NOTES: 1721. FO.R14.)"

Cpl. Palumbo participates in a drill on a 5" wheel mount at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD. The photograph was taken on November 27, 1918, and was approved by the M.I.D. censor on November 30, 1918. The photo has the renumbering code 9X087261.

French officers training Greek Army with 65mm guns during World War One.

809th Pioneer Infantry at Camp Ste-Luce in Nantes, Loire-Inferieure, France. The image shows the soldiers with their band at Base Section No.1 (sub-post). The photograph was taken by Cpl. A. Q. Smith and received on December 2, 1918. It was also marked with P.N. 28521. The description was passed by the A.E.P. censor, but the date is not specified.

A soldier, identified as Pvt. Brotherhood of the South Carolina Regiment, is seen carrying a steaming hot pot of coffee for troops in the front line near Cunel, Meuse, France. The photograph was created on October 29, 1918, and issued by the A.E.P. censor.

Soldier, Pvt. J.M. Liles of the Signal Corps, is pictured inside a German pillbox turned into a Y.M.C.A. hut in Manheulles, Meuse, France. The photograph was taken on March 1, 1919, as part of American military activities during World War One.

American soldiers carrying a wounded comrade in the Bois de Poret, Meuse, France during World War One. This photograph was taken on November 1, 1918 and the image shows prisoners captured by the American forces. It was passed by the A.E.P. censor, but the exact date of clearance is unknown.

A photograph of an airplane engine tester during World War One. The image shows a person examining an airplane engine for testing purposes. This activity took place as part of the American military's efforts in manufacturing airplanes for the war.

Soldiers arriving in France during World War One. The image shows a group of soldiers in uniform, gathering at a location known as NUNGEN. The photograph was taken in 1919 by an unknown photographer. This was among the first groups of soldiers to arrive in France, symbolizing the early stages of American military involvement in the war. Image number: 111-SC-296.

Soldiers of Co D, 6th Infantry, 5th Division are seen cutting up "Corned Willie" near Nantillois, Meuse, France on Oct. 22, 1918. The photograph was taken by Lieut. William Fox of the Signal Corps A.E.F and received on Dec. 19, 1918. It was approved by the A.E.F Censor on Dec. 24, 1918.

Soldiers discarding gas masks, small arms, and packs on the road during intense combat.

Lt. William Fox, a member of the Signal Reserve Corps, captured this photograph on June 29, 1918 at Menport Newns, Virginia. The image shows the 2nd Pioneer Regiment Infantry passing through Newport News as they prepare to embark for overseas duty. The photograph was censored and released on August 1, 1918, and it is categorized under the subject number 13582.

American soldiers in Italy participating in a school aviation program during World War One. The soldiers were trained in aviation techniques and procedures to support military activities. This photograph, with the identification number 111-SC-18055, was officially used for military purposes.

French soldiers take a well-deserved rest after combat.

Marines constructing a barrier in a low, swampy area as a replacement for traditional trenches, where digging is not feasible. Photograph taken on June 25, 1918, during World War One. Image received from C.P.I. and issued with EAU Mo. Eave b.

French soldiers carry a wounded comrade on a stretcher in "No Man's Land," the battleground of the Battle of Flanders in October 1917. This photograph was taken by a French official photographer and is part of the photographs documenting American military activities during World War I. #MilitaryHistory #WorldWarI

General Petain attaches insignia of bravery to the colors of a regiment that led an offensive. Photograph taken by a French official photographer. The photograph, labeled 111-SC-2787, is part of the collection "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One."

Caption: (Factual) Welcoming the first photographic airplane at the Polo Grounds in Washington, D.C. on October 1917. Pictured from left to right: Major Bert Underwood, S.C., U.S.A.; Captain Theodore Williams, Aviation Service, Military Aeronautics; Major Styles M. Decker, S.C., U.S.A.; Sergeant Major C.O. Hasiett, Royal Flying Corps, British Army; Major Brown, Aviation Section, Military Aeronautics; Major C.D.M. Campbell, Royal Flying Corps (Observer), British Army; Miss Clover, War Plans Division, Intelligence Section; and Captain C.F. Dets, S.C., U.S.A. Image source: 111-SC-848, Photographs of American Military Activities During World War One.

"Gun 'Calamity Jane', Serial No. 3125 belonging to 11th Field Artillery, fired the final shot for the Allies during World War One. This photograph depicts the crew of 'Calamity Jane'. The image was taken on November 16, 1918, in Boia de le Haie, on the Laneuville sur Meuse Beau-clair road, Meuse, France. AEP censor issued the photo without a specific date."

War correspondents hiking through the former French line in the Aisne district, gathering news at the battlefront. This image shows the journalists en route to the foothills where the first line trenches are now located.

A group of French soldiers with a Y.M.C.A. secretary in front of the Y.M.C.A. hut at Bourmont, Haute Marne, France. The photo was taken in 1918 by Capt. P.D. Miller, S.C. The caption mentions that the photo is marked for official use only and the notes indicate the 862176 code and the date of the photography.

Buglers of the 5th Marines, from the United States, are seen in Menancourt, France in 1917. This image is part of the collection of Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One.

U.S. Marines and Alpine Chasseurs participate in a race in France during World War One. The photograph was taken on January 11, 1918 and released to the Central Press Photo Information with the identification number 111-SC-4353 MURGER. This image was issued with the "H" symbol HOTF.

Soldiers engaged in winter activities, including skiing, tobogganing, ice-skating, and snowshoeing, organized by the War Department Commission on Training Camp Activities in 1917. This program provided recreational opportunities for soldiers outside of their military duties, making the United States the first country to offer such comprehensive activities for its military personnel. Image number: 111-SC-4991.

Soldiers participating in a centipede race at Camp Devens in Ayer, Massachusetts. This infantry camp served as a training ground for R.O.T.C. troops during World War I. Sergeant Joe Hits can be seen in the photograph. The image was taken on July 23, 1920, and belongs to the collection "Photographs of American Military Activities during World War I."

Pvt. L. P. Goldshlag of the Signal Corps captured this photograph on August 7, 1918. It depicts a group of men at the Signal School in St. Aignon, France, receiving a message during their training. The image was cleared by the A.E.F. censor, and its official identification number is 111-SC-22722.

A group of visitors from the 80th Division at Camp Lee, Virginia, in 1918. The photograph is numbered 12,885 in the collection of photographs taken during World War I. The image shows some equipment and soldiers in the background.

Soldiers from the 5th Division are seen in this photograph, taken on December 1, 1918, in Longuyon, Meurthe et Moselle, France. The image captures a soldier distributing syrup to his fellow soldiers. This photograph was taken by Lieutenant W. Fox of the Signal Corps.

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Caption: Soldiers from the 1st Pioneer Infantry and 308th Engineers are shown in this photograph taken on August 27, 1918, during World War I. The image depicts Captain Ed. K. Miller and Lieutenant C.R. Bliss overseeing the process of moving small stones onto the road using wheelbarrows in Po Antrim, South Carolina. This photograph was issued by the A.E.F. censor.

An aerial view of the entrance to Ellington Field in Texas during World War I. The photograph, taken in 1918, shows the entrance gate and the surrounding field. This image is part of a series of photographs documenting American military activities during the war.

Members of the National League for Women's Service, Motor Corps of America, are seen in the photograph preparing a stretcher for a patient. This image is part of the emergency medical service activities during World War One, with the photo labeled as number 48350 by the Columbia University Signal Corps photographer.

Description: General views photographed by Herr Ing. Robert Deutsch, presented to His Majesty's Government through His Majesty's Legation at Vienna and received in Colonial Office 6 August 1931 Location: Sanaa, Yemen Date: 1931

Shipping guns to the Italian front. In this photo, light 37 mm field guns are being transported from the firing line to the Italian front in the 01se district. This image is an official French military photograph, taken from the WINGER 5862 collection.

Image depicting the dedication ceremony of the first American Cemetery in France. The ceremony took place in St. Nazaire, during World War One. Photographer, anohensteadhanks, captured the event on February 7, 1918. This photograph was assigned the number E U.S.A. Sist DESCRIPTION EF France Issura.

Cpl. K. Polk of the 8th Army Corps captured this photograph on March 12, 1919. The image showcases a group of men from HQRS Troop, 77th Division, riding along destroyed German railway tracks that had been previously wrecked by artillery. The location is near Abri Du Crochet in the Argonne Forest, France.

Description: Laying Cable Location: Jaffa, Palestine Date: 1922-1923

Private A.J. Lubbe receiving his first instruction in the use of a Browning machine gun at the machine gun training center in Camp Hancock, Augusta,GA. The photograph was taken on September 26, 1918. It was censored and released by M.I.D. on October 8, 1918.

Image of Carlstrom Aviation Field, located in Arcadia, Florida during World War I. This field served as the first solo flying center, according to the C.O. The photograph was taken on June 16, 1918 and received on August 23, 1918.

Review of the 80th Division at Camp Lee, VA in June 1918. The image showcases the engineer train of the 305th Engineers passing through the reviewing point. Noted as 12593 in the series of photographs of American military activities during World War One.

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Soldiers in training at an ambulance corps camp in Allentown, PA, December 1917. The photograph was taken by Capt. G.K. Hawson. Issued by W.C.I to Photo Div, with a request to apply for removal in January 1918.

General Lecomte reviewing troops who successfully resisted the German advancement towards Paris during World War One. The photograph, taken in 1919, shows the extraordinary bravery displayed by the poilus in defending France. Credit: Photographer Reco. 111-SC-5863. G Hote.

Pvt. L. P. Goldshlag is seen in this photograph taken on August 16, 1918. The image depicts an open-air kitchen used by German prisoners of war at Camp Miramas, near Marseille, France. The kitchen is being used while a new mess hall and kitchen are being constructed. The photograph was released by the A.E.F. Censor, with no specific date provided.

German ex-aviator and his French wife in a Senz car attempting to pass the guard at Outpost No.3. After obtaining permission from the nearby burgomaster of Niederahren, they were finally allowed to pass. This photo was taken in Niederahren, Germany, Rhenish Prussia. (Source: Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One)

Pvt. J. A. Schlick of the Signal Corps is pictured at Camp Babcock in Chaumont, France just before meal time. The photograph was taken on April 30, 1918, and released by the M.I.B. Censor on June 14, 1918. Numbered 12365, the image captures the casual atmosphere of the camp.

Lt. Col. H.B. Hersey, Col. A.L. Fuller, and Congressman Royal C. Johnson of South Dakota prepare for an ascension in an Army Caquot Balloon at the Polo Field in Washington, D.C. The image captures a moment during balloon operations, highlighting the participation of these military personnel and a congressman.

"Image of Ambulance Corps Camp in Allentown, PA taken in December 1917. The camp was used for training during World War One. Captured by photographer Capt. G.K. Dawson. Annotated as 111-SC-1747 in the collection of American Military Activities."

Wreckage of a German plane showing the new German tail markings and a wrecked machine gun. This image was taken by Corp. Keen Polk in La Chapelle, France on July 5, 1918. The plane was brought down by French Anti-Aircraft guns and belongs to the 77th Division. The photograph was approved by the A. E. P. Censor on August 2, 1918.

"Argonne "CALAMITY JANE", the last gun fired on the American fronts by Lt. H. F. Phillips, occurring at 11:05 a.m. on November 11, 1918. This gun, numbered 2 of Battery E, 11th F.A., Serial No. 3125, was also the first to hit the Sedan-Met rail area. Location: Bois de la late, Laneuville sur Meuse, Meuse, France."

American soldiers captured German prisoners of war in Bois de Foret, Meuse, France during World War One. In this photo, the prisoners are seen enjoying a meal provided by their captors, reflecting a humane treatment towards enemies at times. The image was taken on an unknown date and approved for release by the A.E.F censor.

French Army of the Rhine passing in review before General Michel. It is a photograph taken in 1919 by a French official photographer. The image shows soldiers in uniform marching in a formation.

From Aztec Shores to Arctic Zone. This image depicts a mural of various Coast Guard activities around the world, drawn by Coast Guard Combat Artist Ken Riley.

An interprete r leads a group of six boys from the 28th Infantry, 1st Division, as they march from Wormeldange, Luxembourg, into Wincheringen, Germany. The group is on their way to the Rhine River, crossing the Moselle River at the boundary line. This photograph was taken on January 17, 1919.

Men of the 102nd Engineers in Camp Humphreys, VA, lined up for their meal sent out from the company's kitchen on wagons and pack mules. This photograph, #111-SC-9988, was taken by Lt. E.M. deBerri and Sig. R.C. on May 27, 1918. The image shows the construction progress at the camp.

Group of German prisoners of war from the 402 (German) Regt. 201st Division and 347th Regt. 87th Division, who were recently inoculated and given a 20-day exemption from hard labor. The photo was taken at 1st. Depot Division Prison Camp #4 in St. Aignon, France. Approved by A.E.F. censor. No official date specified.

Description: Charging and adjusting a battery of ten flame projectors. Location: Palestine Date: May 1928

Soldiers participating in calisthenics at Love Field in Texas during World War I. The photograph was taken in 1919 by photographer Reco, catalogued as 111-SC-25637.

Image of a page from a photo album from Scoutinggroep Salwega from Utrecht with photos of group 2, Utrecht department of the N.P.V. (Dutch boy scouts association) during the Pentecostal camp in Maarn.n.b. Group 2, Utrecht department of the N.P.V. Later went up in Salwega.

Members of the 308th Labor Battalion unloading a truck in an open storage yard at Q. M. Depot #2, Base Section 1 in Nautes, France on June 17, 1918. The photograph was taken by P. G. Carnochan and was received by AD1g on August 24, 1918. It was approved by the A. E. F. Censor on August 6, 1918.

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Reconnaissance Class, Section 9, in Le Valdahon, Doubs, France. The photograph depicts soldiers using fire control instruments to calculate data. Major W. H. Cureton from the 150th F.A. 42nd Div. can be seen at the American B. C. Instrument, Major C. R. Blunt from the 112th F.A. 29th Div. with the French Monubular, Capt. A.S. Quintard from the 8th F.A. 7th Div., Major H. Hellyer from the 108th F.A. 28th Division, 1st Lt. A.M. Gurney from the 309th F.A. 1st Division, 1st Lieut. D. W. Fitton from the 324th F.A. 32nd Division, and 1st Lieut. W. H. Russell, the instructor of the class. The photograph was taken on 1st of February 1919.

Description: British Constabulary Barracks. Vila. Location: Port Vila, Vanuatu Date: 01 February 1932 Description: Company of British Constabulary on parade. Location: Vanuatu Date: 01 February 1932 australasia, vanuatu, australasiathroughalens

Group Travelers in and around a car is approaching a walled city, Alfred Hubert, 1867 print printer: Brusselspublisher: Paris paper. etching Eulenspiegel. 'en route', traveler under way. City-Walls

A group of message-carrying dogs working with the 77th Division at Brigade Headquarters near Blanzy, France. The photograph was taken on August 26, 1918, and received on October 14, 1918. It was released by the A.E.P. Censor. Pvt. R.P. Antrim of the Signal Corps took the photo.

"Sergeant Reyden mixing dough at Bakery Camp No. 322 near Dijon, France during World War One."

"This photograph shows Colonel Russell P. Reeder, commanding the 315th Field Artillery, at Camp Lee, Virginia in 1918. The image was taken by Rune and is part of the collection of American military activities during World War One. It is assigned the reference number 111-SC-12900 and was issued by the Signal Corps with the description and notes provided in the caption."

UNIDENTIFIED AMERICAN SOLDIERS MARCH THROUGH SCHWEICH ON THEIR WAY TO THE RHINE. A street scene in Schweich captures a company of American soldiers, identified as Co. A, 39th Infantry, from the American Fourth Division, on their march to the Rhine. The photograph, taken on January 31, 1919, was released by the AEF Censor on February 1, 1919.

Soldiers training at Aviation Field #3, Instruction Camp, Issoudon, France on May 21, 1918. The photograph, taken by Sgt. Moscioni, shows one of the training fields at the camp. This image was passed by the A. E. P. Censor on July 29, 1918.

United States Marines in France receiving instruction from French Alpine Chasseurs at their training camp. The photo, with identification code 111-SC-2171, was taken on January 11, 1918. The image was released to the Central Press International (C.P.I) and also carries the laboratory notes stating its reference number as Saraks 02171.

Jameson escort outside the prison by the Middleburg Contingent, Anonymous, 1896 photograph Part of album with 191 photos from a trip to and through South Africa. South Africa paper. photographic support land forces (+ cavalry, horsemen) South Africa

Lt. A.J. Wellman giving a lecture on gas defense to the men of 1st Bn. 333rd Inf., 84th Div. Officers Lt. Greist, Capt. Litsey, Lt. Preston, Lt. Osborn, Capt. Barry, Capt. O'Conner, Capt. Smith, and Lt. Godwin also present. The photo was taken on Oct. 29, 1918, in St. Astier, Dordogne, France. Approved by A.E.F. censor, date unknown.

American soldiers overseeing and working with Russian laborers in North Russia during World War I. These laborers play a vital role in supporting the front lines and rely on assistance from American and other allies. This photograph was released by the AEF (American Expeditionary Forces) censor on February 1, 1919.

Transport wagons and ambulances of Veterinary Hospital #3 in Le Valdahon, Doubs, France. In the photograph, taken on April 5, 1919, Lieutenant R. W. Seare, S.C. captures the scene as part of the American military activities during World War I. The photo has the description number 51491, issued on July 1, 1919, and is included in the series of photographs labeled 1-27-19.

Photo collection Deli Society. Photo album Deli Maatschappij: Company SAIT SEBERANG. Collection Photo collection Deli Society, photo number 828_56. 1930. Indonesia, Dutch East Indies, Sumatra

Food supplies of the French army, Anonymous, 1914 - 1918 stereograph cardboard. photographic support gelatin silver print food supply. private soldier

Photo production of a design of the inauguration of King Léopold II of Belgium as a member of the Order of the Garter Band, Ghémar Frères, After Anonymous, c. 1861 - In or Before 1866 photograph This photo is part of a cover with fourteen photos. Brussels photographic support albumen print king. knighthood order (GARTER)

American artillery advancing to the firing line of the St. Mihiel front passing a group of German prisoners resting by the roadside on their way to American prison pens. Photograph taken during the capture of the St. Mihiel Salient on October 14, 1918. Approved by A.E.F. censor on October 19, 1918.

Destroyed monument of Otto Hildebrand in Metz, Lorraine, taken on November 25, 1918, by Sgt. McCulley. The monument was destroyed by French soldiers upon their entry into the city. Photograph description number is 40387, and the photograph was issued on February 26, 1919. Additional notes indicate the code "NEOD" and the number 1357.

Chinese Coolies Working On Runway At An Airbase In Kweilin, China.

Cadets at Culver Military Academy in Culver, Indiana, seen here participating in artillery practice. This photograph, taken by photographer number 55810 AU ECD on July 8th, 1918, was received from Culver Military Academy. It is marked "For Official use only".

"Image of Lieutenant H.S. Drucker, a Signal Corps photographer. The photograph shows German wagons captured by the 26th Division in Neuilly, France on September 12, 1918. These wagons were immediately utilized to transport food and ammunition to the frontline soldiers. This image was provided by the A.E.F. censor."

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.

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.

Motor Truck Reception Park showing automobiles undergoing repairs. This photograph, numbered 61,964, was taken by the Signal Corps during World War I. The automobiles in the image are being serviced and repaired at the park. This particular shot is part of a larger collection of photographs documenting American military activities during the war.

Bedawy Workers and their Camp. .

American soldiers stationed in the first-line trenches on the French front during World War One. Date: February 7, 1918. The photograph was taken by the Signal Corps of the U.S.A. It is marked with the identification number 4073. This image was released by the War Department to the Photo Division.

Image showing a Serbian refugee camp in Corsica during World War I. This photograph, numbered 13055, was taken by an official CPI photographer and received on 7-2-18. It provides a glimpse into the living conditions and challenges faced by Serbian refugees during the war.

French general inspecting troops near trenches occupied by American troops in the Vosges, France during World War One. The troops are preparing to take up their positions. This photograph was taken by NEMOCE in 1919. (111-SC-4018)

Collection of the Dutch Heidematschappij. Lantern pictures / two photos. undated

Major General Harry L. Rogers, Chief Quartermaster of the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF), accompanied by his orderly Sergeant Wells, in Jour De Tours, Indre et Loire, France. This photograph was taken on August 30, 1918, and is part of a series from World War One.

Engineer troops at Camp Humphreys, Virginia, are seen assembling for a flag-raising ceremony, showcasing the constructional progress of the camp. The photograph was taken on May 27, 1918, by Lt. E.M. deBerri and Sig. R.C. photographer P.N. The image is labeled as 9934, and additional notes mention that it was taken between May 1 and May 10, 1918.

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.

Soldiers from the 29th Division participate in a division review at Camp McClellan, Anniston, Alabama. The photograph, labeled NURER 111-SC-5503, was taken by a Signal Corps photographer during World War One. This image shows the division engaged in training activities. Caption: Division review, Camp McClellan.

Caption: Italian soldiers participating in the funeral procession of American infantryman William E. Evans, who passed away due to pleurisy, in Italy. (Oct. 15, 1918)

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