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Zane Grey
Born November 8, 1923, Zane Grey joined the Navy in 1942. He died May 24, 2004.
Wounded Soldiers at Camp Grant
Wounded soldiers at Camp Grant pose together on the stairs of a building.
World War II Workplace Safety
Man in military uniform seated at a desk. The sign behind him reads "Make Every Day Your Careful Day." Taken at Camp Grant.
World War II Soldiers on Stage
Five men in military uniform stand on stage in front of an American flag. Believed to be Camp Grant.
World War II Soldiers at Camp Grant
Four military officers stand at the door of a building at Camp Grant during World War II.
World War II Soldiers
Eleven unidentified soldiers in uniform seated in front of the American flag. Believed to be at Camp Grant during World War II.
World War II Soldiers
Three men in military uniforms seated on a bench. Believed to be at Camp Grant.
World War II Soldier
Unidentified soldier in uniform standing with man in civilian clothes. Believed to be at Camp Grant.
World War II Performance
Three men in military uniform stand at the microphone. Behind them is a group of soldiers playing musical instruments. Believe to be Camp Grant during World War II.
World War II Performance
Five men and a woman stand at the microphone on stage with a band behind them. In the audience are soldiers in uniform. Believed to be at Camp Grant during World War II.
World War II Officers at Camp Grant
Two army officers in front of a building at Camp Grant during World War II.
World War II Ceremony
A man in a civilian suit hands a soldier dressed in uniform a piece of paper. Another soldier looks on. The men are standing in front of an array of American flags. Believed to be at Camp Grant.
William Kunz
Born September 28, 1921, William Kunz was drafted into the Army during World War II. He died July 30, 2014.
William J. Pirages
Born September 17, 1922, William Pirages joined the Navy Air Force in April 1942 as a pilot. He died March 20, 2012.
Western Show at Camp Grant
Performers in cowboy hats and boots performing on stage. Soldiers in uniform play in a band in the pit below. Part of the recreational activities at Camp Grant during World War II.
Warren Carlson
Born February 26, 1916, Warren Carlson served in the U.S Army Air Corps from 1941 to 1945 as a pilot. He died April 23, 2010.
V. Stewart & Jeanette Fisher
V. Stewart Fisher was born in 1918 and enlisted in the Army during World War II. He died October 7, 2005. Jeanette Fisher, born May 1917, volunteered as a nurse in 1943. She died November 21, 2012.
U.S.S. Rockford
The prow of the U.S.S. Rockford frigate at the Wilmington, California shipyards.
U.S.O. Show at Camp Grant
A man on stage throws a female acrobat into the air as soldiers in uniform play musical instruments behind him. A banner reads "Presented by U.S.O. Cap Shows." Believed to be at Camp Grant during World War II.
U.S.O. Show at Camp Grant
A man in uniform plays the violin at the microphone. A banner behind him reads "Presented by U.S.O. Camp Shows." Believed to be at Camp Grant during World War II.
Typical Post Exchange, Camp Grant, Ill.
With counters on both sides and soldiers at tables in between, this is the place for "a cooling drink, a smoke, a pair of socks, a bar of soap - almost anything may be purchased at one of the United States Army's Post Exchange stores. This is an…
Typical Barracks, 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 two rows of barracks, one on the left and one on the right, with a sidewalk separating them.
Typical Barracks, Camp Grant, Ill.
With identical fences and lawns in front, these barracks almost seem like crackerbox houses in a row. On the back: "These are the barracks in which Uncle Sam's new soldiers get their first taste of army life. Located at Camp Grant's recruit…
Two Camp Grant Soldiers
Two men in military uniforms, one holding a rifle with bayonet, stand on the porch of a building at Camp Grant.
Training Exercises.
An unidentified civilian in a double-breasted suit stands with a military officer. Behind them are maps and documents pinned to the wall. Believed to be Camp Grant.
Training Exercises at Camp Grant
Training exercises at Camp Grant during World War II. Soldiers maneuver around barbed wire.
Training at Camp Grant
Training exercises at Camp Grant during World War II. Soldiers maneuver under barbed wire.
Thomas Harker
Born August 6, 1919, Thomas Harker joined the Army Air Corps as a pilot. He died April 29, 2013.
Thomas D. Gilbert
Born January 19, 1921, Thomas D. Gilbert enlisted in the Air Force from 1942 to 1944 as radio operator. He spent time in the Nazi prisoner of war camp Stalag 17B in Austria. He died April 9, 1998.
The Browns Baseball Team
Captain Cyril J. Ballam, dressed in military uniform, stands with baseball team the Browns. The team may have been affiliated with Camp Grant.
Stanton Ragnar Olson
Born January 16, 1923, Stanton R. Olson joined the Air Force from 1942 to 1945 as a navigator. He remained in the reserves and was recalled to active duty during the Korean War. He died October 7, 2001.
Special Entertainment at Recreation Hall, Camp Grant, Ill.
Soldiers in bench seating watch and listen to a band on stage. On back: "This is a typical interior view of one of Camp Grant's recreation buildings. Here are brand new soldiers, listening attentively as a concert orchestra from nearby Rockford,…
Soldiers with the American Flag
Eight men in military uniform stand on stage in front of an American flag. Believed to be Camp Grant.
Soldiers Leaving Camp Grant, Illinois
This card shows a line of soldiers next to a train with a water tower on the left in the distance. The soldiers' uniforms suggest this is World War II era.
Soldiers at Camp Grant
Twenty-six officers in military uniforms pose for a photograph at Camp Grant during World War II.
Soldier Sings at Camp Grant
Soldier in uniform (Technician Fifth Grade) sings at the microphone. Part of the recreational activities at Camp Grant during World War II.
Soldier Playing a Bass
A soldier in uniform playing the bass. Part of the recreational activities at Camp Grant during World War II.
Social "Mixer" - Service Club, Camp Grant, Ill.
A large room with those above looking over a railing at the dancers and socializers mingling below. On back: "Dancing at the Camp Grant Service Club is enjoyed by every soldier. All types of entertainment are to be had here: include books, concerts,…
Singing at Camp Grant
A woman in a plaid skirt sings at the microphone onstage. Part of the recreational activities at Camp Grant during World War II.
Singers Perform at Camp Grant
A man in a tuxedo and a woman in a floor-length dress sing into the microphone on stage. Believed to be part of activities at Camp Grant.
Simulated Injury - Medical Dept. Field Exercises, Camp Grant, Ill.
Four men beside an ambulance tending to a "wounded" soldier on a stretcher. On back: "In action in the field at Camp Grant, Illinois, these new soldiers are getting practical experience in litter, or stretcher bearing, and are learning how to…
Signal Corps US Army
Unidentified military personnel, Signal Corps US Army. Believed to be at Camp Grant.
Setting up exercises, Camp Grant, Illinois
Great lines of soldiers performing deep knee squats, with barracks and trees in the background.
Santa Claus visits Camp Grant.
Santa Claus presents a stocking of treats to a baby and her mother. Other women and children look on. Part of the recreational activities at Camp Grant during World War II.
Santa Claus visits Camp Grant.
A man in military uniform holds an infant. Next to him stands Santa Claus. Believed to be at Camp Grant during World War II.
Santa Claus visits Camp Grant.
Santa Claus and a man in military uniform stand on stage in front of a Christmas tree surrounded by presents. Believed to be at Camp Grant during World War II.
Santa Claus visits Camp Grant.
Santa Claus and a man in military uniform stand on stage in front of a Christmas tree surrounded by presents. Believed to be at Camp Grant during World War II.
Santa Claus visits Camp Grant.
A young girl sits on Santa's lap while a man in military uniform looks on. Believed to be at Camp Grant during World War II.
Santa Claus visits Camp Grant.
Santa Claus greets an African-American girl as other children and adults look on. A man in military uniform stands at the left in front of a Christmas tree. Believed to be at Camp Grant during World War II.
Santa Claus visits Camp Grant.
A little boy sits on Santa Claus's knee. Believed to be at Camp Grant during World War II.