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World War I Soldiers and Activities

Images capturing American soldiers during World War I, showcasing military parades, battles, and daily life in the French frontlines.

Soldiers at Remount Depot No. 7 in Bordeaux, France, brand horses with identification numbers. This photograph was taken by W.W. Soper on February 5, 1919.
Soldiers at Remount Depot No. 7 in Bordeaux, France, brand horses with identification numbers. This photograph was taken by W.W. Soper on February 5, 1919.
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Soldiers unloading supplies from a truck at the SUMC Warehouse at the Coffee Roasting Plant in Essomes, Marne, France. The photo was taken on November 21, 1918, by Sgt. Ryden and is part of the Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One. VZCZC
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Secretary Baker addressing 275 cadets at the West Point U.S. Military Academy's graduating exercises in New York. This was considered one of the most impressive commencement day ceremonies in the institution's history. The photo was taken on June 10, 1919, by Sgt. Steiniger (No. 56808) and is part of the official military photographs collection.
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Sgt. Morris Fineberg from the 79th Division is pictured standing in front of a reinforced concrete structure in Bois de Consenvoye, Meuse, France. The structure was used by the Germans as a command post during World War I. The photograph was taken on January 2, 1919 and was received and issued without any additional notes or comments.
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Homecoming parade of the 28th Division in Philadelphia, PA. A moment of silence and tribute to the fallen soldiers of the Division. As the Cortage commemorated the Dead, everyone in the stands removed their hats and stood, some with tears, remembering those who were buried in France.
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Colonel Florence J. Harriman and her colleagues, captured in a photograph during World War One.
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Students at the School of Aerial Photography at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, receiving bayonet instruction and practicing footwork. This image captures a training session that took place on 26th March 1919, depicting a key aspect of the school's curriculum. The photograph was designated with the number AU, noting its official use.
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Soldiers of the American military in Colmar, Alsace, France during World War One. The photograph captures a view from the center of the square. Taken by Pvt. Gibbons, the date of the photograph is December 10, 1918. Released by AEF Censor, exact release date unknown. Image number: 35573.
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Soldiers from the 4th Engineers, 4th Division, halt for the night on the bank of the Hoselle River while marching into Germany. In the image, relatives are gathered around the robling kitchens, while other soldiers are seen washing their mess kits in the river. The photo was taken on December 3, 1918, in Remich, Luxembourg.
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Enlisted men from the 2nd Battalion, 1st Replacement Engineers attend the Engineers' Auto Repair School in Washington, D.C. The school provides them with a one-month course in practical and elementary theoretical automobile repairing. The students learn to completely disassemble and reassemble automobiles and trucks as part of their training.
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Photograph by Alexander Hauger showing sailors resting on a Sunday onboard a K.U.K. Navy ship in 1893, part of the Bord scenes series.
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In this photograph, we see a Christmas tree being set up for poor children who have been directly affected by war. The event was funded by Amex personnel in Le Havre, Seine Inferieure, France. The image was taken on December 24, 1910, by photographer R.M. Barnes. The photograph has the unique identification number 3172-9.
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Members of the 317th and 319th Ambulance Companies from the 305th Sanitary Train are seen singing at the organ inside a church in Vaux, Ardennes, France. The photo was taken on November 5, 1918, by Lt. R.W. Sears, S.C. This image was approved for release by the A.E.F. sensor, with the sensor's date unknown.
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St. Aignan Casual Co. 481st, a colored military unit, boarding the Princess Matoika, a transport ship at the A.T.S. St. Nazaire in Loire Infer., France. The photograph was taken on 1-30-19. This image captures the movement of troops during World War One.
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Officer personnel of an unidentified warship pose for a photograph. The image, coded as HUMBER 7391 in the PASIGNAL Corps collection, was taken on March 10, 1921. It was obtained at Syrbol and showcases the detailed description of the officers on board the unspecified warship.
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Group of nurses, enlisted men, and officers who took part in "Democracy Victorious" at Base Hospital #101 in St. Nazaire, France. The photograph includes various individuals, representing different nations and concepts, such as Autocracy, Democracy, Great Britain, America, Germany, Lust of Power, Pride, Selfishness, Slavery, Blindness, Falsehood, Fear, Cruelty, and Hate. Note: There is more information on the reverse side of the photograph.
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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.
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Image caption: Ex-Mayor John Purroy Mitchel of New York City, speaking at San Diego, California to promote the third Liberty Loan during World War One. Lieutenant Edw.N.Jackson of the Signal Reserve Corps is also present in the photo. Date of photo: April 1918. Censored and released by the War College Division on April 27, 1918.
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Chinese Honor Guard For The Arrival Of Vice President Wallace.
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Group portrait of the students of the Royal Military Academy in Breda, Anonymous, c. 1911 - In or Before 1916 photomechanical print paper anonymous historical persons portrayed in a group, in a group-portrait. military academy
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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.
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American army tractor from the 107 Supply Train passing through Pickliessem, Germany en route to the Rhine. The tractor encounters a German ox team. Date: February 1, 1919. SIG Corps, A.E.F. (Enlisted). Photograph taken by photographer E.T. on December 5, 1912.
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A line of planes is seen ready for flight in a publicity exhibition at the U.S. School of Military Aeronautics, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. The exhibition is organized by the first Provisional Wing of the U.S. Aviation Corps, with Major Rinehardt in charge. (Photograph taken on Sept. 16, 1918)
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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.
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Groups, Salem Light Infantry Veterans Association, officers and staff , Military officers, Veterans. Frank Cousins Glass Plate Negatives Collection
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American soldiers conducting a snowshoe patrol in Alaska during World War I. The soldiers are equipped with rifles and winter gear. The snowy landscape and remote setting reflect the challenging conditions faced by troops stationed in the region. Photograph taken by the Signal Corps, providing documentation of American military activities during the war.
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General view of American Military Cemetery No.32 in Suresnes, near Paris, France. The photograph was taken on June 2, 1919 by the Signal Corps, and the description symbol is RECO 7-8-19. This image is part of a collection of photographs documenting American military activities during World War One.
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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.
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Soldiers clear roads in Alsace, France to prepare for a French offensive during WWI. This photograph, taken in 1919, documents the effort to ensure smooth transportation routes during military operations. The soldiers can be seen diligently working to clear the roads in the Vosges region of France.
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Tsar Nicolaas II compliments his officers during a parade in Krasnoye Selo. .
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View from a bridge across the Meuse river showing Verdun during World War One. American officers from the nearby Argonne sector visit the area. Photograph was passed by A.E.F. censor, date of issuance not provided. Caption notes it as Beach 23119.
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Location: Papua New Guinea Date: 1884 papuanewguinea, australasia, australasiathroughalens
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"SCHOOL OF MILITARY AERONAUTICS AT GEORGIA SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY, ATLANTA, GA. Students and instructors at the School of Military Aeronautics participate in training exercises. Photo taken on July 1, 1918."
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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.
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Naval Reserve Band passing the reviewing stand at Madison Square during the Independence Day Parade in New York City. The iconic Flatiron Building can be seen in the background.
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Purdue University students performing a signal drill in Lafayette, Indiana in 1917. The photograph is part of the Purdue University Archives' collection and was taken in April 1918 but represents activities from the previous year. This image is marked for official use only.
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Cadets from Culver Military Academy in Culver, Indiana participating in a practice march. This photograph was taken on date and shows the cadets marching in uniform. The image is a part of a collection of American military activities during World War I. Note: For official use only.
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Soldiers inspecting loaded shells at the T.A. Gillespie Loading Plant in South Amboy, NJ, before an explosion that occurred on October 4, 1918. Photo received in 1918, taken in October 1918. Image shows individuals examining the shells.
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Private E.R. Trabold, of the Signal Corps, captured this photograph on November 9, 1918. The image shows a fountain located in the center of the Place de la Concorde in Paris, France. In the surrounding area, captured German trench mortars are seen. The photograph was taken during World War One.
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Members of the 356th Infantry Regiment taking a break near a destroyed bridge on the Meuse River in Stenay, Meuse, France. The photograph was taken on November 14, 1918, by Lt. Paul W. Cloud. It was released by the American Film Foundation (AFF) censor.
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Soldiers engaging in calisthenics at Love Field, Texas during World War One.
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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.
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Anefo photo collection. Nica. Balikpapan. January 1, 1944. Balikpapan, Borneo, Indonesia
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Case School of Applied Science in Cleveland, Ohio, captured this image of the Case Military Band. The photograph was received from the school and taken on June 10, 1918. It was issued in 1918 and marked for official use only.
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Marines from the Second Division participate in a review and parade in Washington, D.C. The photograph captures a general view of the parade, taken on August 1, 1919, with the photographers' symbol being Sot. Joe Hitz. The image has the assigned number 62240 with additional notes stating "3-0."
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Caption: John D. Ryan, director of aircraft production, speaks to a crowd during the launching and christening ceremonies for the first Handley-Page bombing machine built in the U.S. The event took place on July 29, 1918 in Elizabeth, M.J. This photograph is labeled 19939 and marked "For Official Use Only."
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Aircraft, Burma, India & INDIA,CREWS War
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Carpenter class constructing an emergency hospital for influenza cases at Benson Polytechnic School, Army Training Detachment in Portland, Oregon. This photo was taken on January 27, 1919. The school served as a training site for the US Army, with construction projects included in the training activities.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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A column of Alpine Hunters, nicknamed by the Germans the "Blue Devils", leave for a bergent -covered mountain in the Vosges, Sémaphore, 1914 - 1915 A group of French 'Chasseurs Alpins' on the road. Part of the first series of twelve (eleven) postcards about the First World War, 1914-1915. paper collotype troop movements, transportation
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U.S. military personnel firing 12" mortars during World War One. The image is part of a collection showcasing American military activities during the war. Photographer ID: 55948 RECO, June 11/18. Description: Artillery used by U.S. forces. Additional notes: Provided by the C.O. Estimate & Requirements Div., Ord. Dept., Wash. D. C.
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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.
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American troops marching through London, September 5, 1917. The image shows the troops crossing Westminster Bridge with the House of Parliament in the background. The House of Parliament has a historical significance as the defenders of British liberty, and it was there that Lord Chatham spoke in support of America's fight for freedom during the Revolution.
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Battle of Aspern, Century celebration in front of the Heldenplatz monument, Verlag or k, University bookstore R, Lechner Wilh, Müller, photographer, publisher