Billy Swisher and His Angus Steer, 4-H, Harrison County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
'Billy Swisher, Lost Creek, and his Angus Steer, which placed first, and was Reserve Champion Angus Steer of the show, at the Pittsburgh Live Stock Show -- December 1944.'
Bomb Leveled Area in Northern Europe During World War II
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
This photograph was included in West Virginia University student, Louis Piccalo's narrative documenting his military experiences during World War II. Note the only structure left standing are the stairs. The wall of bricks were probably stacked after the bombing.
Removing Superstructure Off Railroad Bridge Over New River, Glade, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
Originally operated by the Glade Creek Coal and Lumber Company, the 750 foot railroad bridge was salvaged by the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad during World War II. Information on the back of photograph includes: " Stephen D. Trail Su. Co. W. V. 2000; Roy Long Coll."
Cover of, 'West Virginia University and The War' by J. C. Easton, Associate Professor of History, West Virginia University
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
Soldiers/Students gathered on North High Street with full pack and baggage, headed to the train depot in Morgantown. This publication documents how West Virginia University partner with the United States Armed Forces to train selected students for wartime service as officers, medical personel and techically skilled soldiers.
Before Take-Off For Flight Training, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
Air Corps trainee students from West Virginia University are briefed before take-off. This eight week course was part of a program with an accelerated curriculum implemented by the United States military at several universities during World War II to meet demands for junior officers and soldiers with high technical skills.
Law School Becomes Dormitory During Army Specialized Training Program
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
The Air Crew slept in the law building, now known as Colson Hall. During World War II, the A.S.T.P. part time courses were taken by selected students along with their regular academic work.
Coeds Mingle With ASTP Students on Eve of Departure, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
The Army Specialized Training Program was a military training program instituted by the United States Army during World War II at eleven American Universities, including West Virginia University. It was created to meet wartime demands for junior officers and soldiers with technical skills. These students pictured gather on campus for one more time before departing.
Student Operating Communication Receiver During Special Training at WVU, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
Women were included in the special training at West Virginia University such as in communications, in order to meet the growing demand for skilled workers during World War II.
Students Studying Characteristics of Electric Circuit in Radio Technician Course, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
West Virginia University partnered with the Federal government to train selected military and non-military students for jobs requiring technical skills during World War II.
Staff in ESMWT Course in Chemistry of Powder and Explosives at WVU, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
Engineering Science and Management War Training Staff teach about the chemistry of powder and explosives. ESMWT was a government sponsored program provided, without charge, college-grade courses for large numbers of Americans to fill urgently needed technical and scientific civilian positions just prior to and during World War II. The program was known as one of the largest and most productive educational activities in America's history.
Abandoned Nazi Vehicles Fill Paris Courtyards, Paris, France
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
Information back of photo reads: "Looking down on some of the wrecked and abandoned Nazi equipment left in the courtyard of the City Hall in the 10th District of Paris after the French capital's liberation August 25, 1944. The Nazis used the building as a telephone center and fortress. Their resistance was strong here and many members of the Maquis were massacred and buried in the courtyard."
The Battle of Biak was a battle that took place during World War II in Biak, New Guinea from May 27 1944 to August 17 1944. It is famous for being the first time the Japanese allowed uncontested landings of U.S. troops so that they would run into a trap they had prepared inland. The capture of the island cost the U.S. 474 deaths and 2,428 injuries. The Japanese fought until the very end losing 6,100 men to death. The Japanese soldiers would use these caves as fortification and they would be stockpiled with enough ammunition, food, and water to last for months.
Safety Wall, Coopers Rock State Forest; near Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
Caption on back of postcard reads: "Safety wall, Pinnacle Point, Cooper's Rock State Forest near Morgantown, W. Va., 2,100 ft. above sea level. A beauty spot of W. Va." See original for correspondence. Published by Photo Crafters Incorporated. (From postcard collection legacy system.)
Postcard reads, "The Homestead at Virginia Hot Springs has been operated for more than a century and a half as a luxury resort for the first families of America. It is located in the lovely valley on the east side of the Alleghany mountains and has an elevation of 2,300 feet." See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system--Non-WV.)
Caption on back of postcard reads: "Woodrow Wilson York (center), 18, son of World War I's Sgt. Alvin York, and Woodrow's cousin, John Marion York (left, also 18), are shown with Pfc. James R. Davis after passing their pre-introduction physical. The cousins, who live within three miles of each other at Wolf River, near Pall Mall, Tennessee, were both accepted for army service, though they didn't care which military branch they were chosen for "so long as (I) get to do some shootin'". Their target preference is Japs (Japanese). Woodrow is Sgt. York's second son to go into the army, Ed York, 20, having been given a medical discharge after seven months service. Alvin York Jr., 22, will be called soon."
Group Portrait of New River & Bluestone River Community Members, Summers County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
Pictured, from left to right, is Mary Bradberry, Mrs. Houchins and daughter, John Bradberry, Pearl Bradberry, Kenney Houchins, unkownn, and Fannie Bradberry.
Evans Sisters at Microphone, Harmonizing a Number for Listeners to Musical Steelmakers
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
Caption on back of photograph reads: "Here are the Evans Sisters at the microphone, harmonizing a number for listeners to the "Musical Steelmakers". Betty Jane, left, is a receptionist for the company. Margaret June was recently crowned "Miss Steelmaker 1944". Janet Jean, right, age 15, is the youngest member of the trio."
Paper Drive by Central Grade School Students, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1944
Description:
School children gather paper to recycle during World War II. Behind them is the school, which is located on Fourth Avenue.Pictured in the front row, from left to right, is Doug Richmond; Dick Hackney; "Dink" Montgomery; and Wilbur "Buster" Halstead.In the back row, from left to right, is Bill Nichols; Lee Patton; Jimmy Harvey; Ronnie Keaton; Glen Patrick McCormick; Tommy Payne; and Garland Graham.