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Ferris wrote on the back of this photograph: "German plane over the clouds."

This German aircraft made its way to Morenie.

This photograph of a baggage detail was taken on Thanksgiving morning in 1917. This group of men was soon to leave for France.

Interior of a Zeppelin 249's pilot house.

This plane was part of the French caudron G4.

German prisoners captured in Poland.

The War department issued these pay vouchers to serving officers.

The Press Clipping Unit reviewed how best to get soldiers home after the armistice had been signed.

Details newspaper articles relevant to the war effort.

The topics the Ordnance department found particularly relevant in the midst of World War I, such as chemistry, education, industrial management, nitrates, and trench warfare).

McClelland appointed as a first lieutenant in the Ordnance Reserve.

McClelland notified that he must take his oath of office and forward the requisite paperwork to the Adjutant General of the Army.

McClelland assigned to the Reference Library Branch of the Information Sector as he "has been doing this work in a volunteer capacity since the second week in February."

Banister notifies McClelland that he has been authorized to appear for a physical examination prior to acceptance into military service.

Secretary of War Newton D. Baker lays forth a plan to take advantage of "a great military asset" - able-bodied college-age men.