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First call in the morning, Camp Grant, Rockford, ILL.
Men in street clothes lined up before a building.
Flag Raising, Camp Grant, Rockford, Ill. [double-size]
Dated September 4, 1917, this panoramic view shows men on the grounds and others on the road facing the flag, saluting, with cars and people observing along the roadside.
Gas Defense, Camp Grant, Ill.
A line of soldiers in a wooded area with clouds of white smoke before them. On back: "Defense against chemical warfare is being practiced by the Camp Grant soldiers in this picture. In addition to training for service with U. S. Army medical units,…
General Charles H. Martin Leading a Parade
General Charles H. Martin at Camp Grant, leading a parade on horseback.
General View of Medical Section - Well equipped for all emergencies
These images are contained within an envelope (labeled as a "letterette"), ready for mailing. Shows buildings between diverging roads and towering trees to the left and right.
Greater Rockford Airport
Aerial view of the airport on the left with woods and the Rock River on the right separated by a road. On back: "Greater Rockford Airport was established on property, which during World War I and II was a military reservation known as Camp Grant,…
Greetings from Camp Grant Illinois
Colorful postcard with soldiers standing before a US flag top left and other camp scenes depicted within the letters of the words "Camp Grant." Postmarked Rockford IL on December 18, 1942.
Greetings from Camp Grant, Rockford, Ill.
The pictures on this card's four quarters depict various camp scenes, buildings, and soldiers performing drills and exercises.
Greetings from Camp Grant, Rockford, Ill.
The four quarters of this card show various views of buildings and soldiers engaging in activities and relaxation.
Guard House
These images are contained within an envelope (labeled as a "letterette"), ready for mailing. A line of ten soldiers in front of the guard house building, one on each end with rifles.
Hospital ward, Camp Grant, Illinois
Beautiful sidelong view of the building surrounded by trees with an extensive screened-in porch on the side.
I'll bring you back some souvenirs
Cartoon of a uniformed soldier with a beer stein suspended on sausages hanging from his shouldered rifle as he leads a dachshund wearing a German spiked helmet. Postmarked from Waco Texas MacArthur Branch with an indiscernible date in 1918.
Infantry Barracks, Camp Grant, Rockford, ILL. [left half of 4-card width post card]
This left section of a long (22") panoramic view shows neat rows of barracks buildings separated by long strings of telephone poles with a group of men far left.
Infantry Barracks, Camp Grant, Rockford, ILL. [right half of 4-card width post card]
This right section of a long (22") panoramic view shows more barracks in the distance, other long buildings in the middle, and small shacks further right with a group of men nearby.
Initial Welcome and Instructions - Recruit Reception Area, Camp Grant, Ill.
Contained in a souvenir booklet labeled "Set of Photographic Post Cards, Camp Grant, Illinois." Postmarked Rockford IL on June 3, 1942. This card depicts rows of new civilian recruits mostly in coats and ties. A sign on the wall between the windows…
Interior of Barracks
These images are contained within an envelope (labeled as a "letterette"), ready for mailing. A long view with cots on either side of a central aisle. Four men are seen on cots with two soldiers standing at attention in the far left distance.
Interior of Barracks, Camp Grant, Rockford, Ill.
Two rows of cots against each wall, with a few men lounging while two in the back stand at attention and some clothes hang from rafters. On back: "I am thinking of you, / While you are far away. / And am eagerly watching / For that home-coming day."
Interior, Emmanuel Chapel, Camp Grant, Illinois
Depicts men gathered for a church service.
Interior, St. Mary's Chapel, Camp Grant, Illinois
Depicts soldiers in pews at a service.
Issuing Initial Outfit - Recruit Reception Center, Camp Grant, Ill.
Personnel helping soldiers with their new uniforms. On back: "Welcome to Camp Grant, Soldier! You're in the Army, now! Thousands of new recruits are measured for shirts, caps, trousers and shoes each month at Camp Grant's recruit reception center.…
Issuing Initial Outfit - Recruit Reception Center, Camp Grant, Ill.
Contained in a souvenir booklet labeled "Set of Photographic Post Cards, Camp Grant, Illinois." Postmarked Rockford IL on June 3, 1942. This card depicts recent recruits being assisted with their new uniforms.
Jumping the hurdles, Camp Grant, Illinois
Men in the field performing various exercises and drills, with soldiers in the forefront jumping hurdles.
Medical Staff at Camp Grant
Group of three nurses and two doctors at Camp Grant, wearing masks and white gowns over their uniforms, posed outside.
Memorial Day Services, Base Hospital, Camp Grant
Memorial Day Services, Base Hospital, Camp Grant, May 30, 1919. A line of soldiers in uniform face an arch with the inscription "Lest We Forget."
Men with Lanterns, World War I
Three men with lanterns. Although this is circa World War I, it is unclear if this was taken at Camp Grant.
Military Barracks
Military barracks. Although this is circa World War I, it is unclear if this was taken at Camp Grant.
Military Barracks, World War I
Military barracks. Although this is circa World War I, it is unclear if this was taken at Camp Grant.
Military Parade
Men in military uniforms in a parade on the 100 block of North Court Street. Court Street United Methodist Church is visible in the back.
Military Parade North Court Street
Men in military uniforms on horseback in a parade on the 100 block of North Court Street. The parade is crossing West State Street. Court Street United Methodist Church is visible in the back.
Military Parade North Court Street
Men in military uniforms in a parade on the 100 block of North Court Street. Court Street United Methodist Church is visible in the back.
Monday Night Convalescent Party, Base Hospital, Camp Grant
Men and women sitting at tables with a large band on stage.
Mounted troops on parade
Soldiers on horseback marching down the street with people viewing from the left. The Rockford Furniture Company building is in the left background and Rockford Lumber is on the right.
National Army Engineers
These images are contained within an envelope (labeled as a "letterette"), ready for mailing. Two soldiers are in front of a tent in the background while in the foreground three surveyors demonstrate their work.
National Guard Soldier Harold Woodward
Harold Woodward, son of Amos Woodward the founder of Woodward Governor Co., in his National Guard uniform in 1916 or 1917.
On the Road to Camp Grant
Photo depicts a long line of cars on their way to Camp Grant.
One of Sixty Wards, Base Hospital, Camp Grant, Ill.
Looking down the center aisle of a hospital unit, with soldiers in beds on either side attended by nurses and doctors. An African American nurse stands next to a bed at the right.
Operating Pavilion, Base Hospital, Camp Grant, Ill.
A team of six medical professionals around a patient on a table with an empty table to the left.
Parade on North Third Street
Unidentified men in World War I uniform carrying an American flag in a parade. The Church building in background is State Street Baptist. The men appear to be going south on North Third Street.
Partial Bird's-eye View of Cantonment, Camp Grant, Rockford, Ill.
Looking down on buildings blending into the distance, forming the cantonment, which is a military garrison or camp.
Partial view of dormitory in barracks, Camp Grant, Rockford, ILL.
Photo shows rows of empty, made cots with clothes hanging from wooden support posts and low crossbeams.
Patients in a Hospital Ward, World War I
Patients in a hospital ward. Although this is circa World War I, it is unclear if this was taken at Camp Grant.
Patients Mess Hall, Base Hospital, Camp Grant, Illinois
Empty seats alongside long tables laden with food, plates, and pitchers.
Peace Parade Along State Street
Peace Parade along the 900 block of East State Street. The German government was presented with Armistice terms on November 8, 1918. Soldier on horseback in foreground. The German government was presented with Armistice terms on November 8, 1918.
Peace Parade Along State Street
Peace Parade along the 900 block of East State Street. The German government was presented with Armistice terms on November 8, 1918. The German government was presented with Armistice terms on November 8, 1918. Soldiers marching.
Peace Parade Along State Street
Peace Parade along the 900 block of East State Street. The German government was presented with Armistice terms on November 8, 1918. The group of nurses is following the Scottish pipers.
Peace Parade Along State Street
Peace Parade along the 900 block of East State Street. The German government was presented with Armistice terms on November 8, 1918. A man wearing a loose fitting costume is in the foreground.
Peace Parade Along State Street
Peace Parade along the 900 block of East State Street. The German government was presented with Armistice terms on November 8, 1918. Two men on horseback are in the foreground.
Peace Parade Along State Street
Peace Parade along the 900 block of East State Street. The German government was presented with Armistice terms on November 8, 1918. Three soldiers marching carrying axes resting on their right shoulders. They are followed by two Masons and a sailor.…
Peace Parade Along State Street
Peace Parade along the 900 block of East State Street. The German government was presented with Armistice terms on November 8, 1918. Five soldiers on horseback.
Peace Parade Along State Street
Peace Parade along the 900 block of East State Street. The German government was presented with Armistice terms on November 8, 1918. A young boy and girl carrying American flags.