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A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) assigned to the Marine Corps' 3rd RPV Platoon sits at the bottom of its launch rail prior to a flight during Operation Desert Shield.

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) assigned to the Marine Corps'...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT. J.R. Ruark Release Status: Released to Public Combined ... More

A Marine from the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon wheels the fuselage of a Pioneer RPV out of its storage crate during Operation Desert Shield.

A Marine from the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon wheels th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT. J.R. Ruark Release Status: Released to Public Combined ... More

Assisted by another Marine, a member of the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon drains some fluid from the fuselage of a Pioneer RPV being prepared for launch during Operation Desert Shield.

Assisted by another Marine, a member of the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehic...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Jubail Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT. J.R. Ruark Release Status: Released to Pu... More

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) touches down on the runway after a flight during Operation Desert Shield. The Pioneer is assigned to the Marine Corps' 3rd RPV Platoon.

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) touches down on the runway af...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Jubail Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT. J.R. Ruark Release Status: Released to Pu... More

Marines of the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon stand by after preparing a Pioneer RPV for flight during Operation Desert Shield. The RPV's launch rail is mounted on an M-927 5-ton cargo truck.

Marines of the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon stand by aft...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Jubail Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT. J.R. Ruark Release Status: Released to Pu... More

An M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) carrying a radar and tracking system shelter sits parked at an airfield during Operation Desert Shield. The shelter is used by the Marines of the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon to track their Pioneer RPVs during flight.

An M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) carrying a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Jubail Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT. J.R. Ruark Release Status: Released to Pu... More

A Marine from the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon checks over a Pioneer RPV as it sits at the end of its launch rail prior to a flight during Operation Desert Shield.

A Marine from the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon checks ov...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Jubail Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT. J.R. Ruark Release Status: Released to Pu... More

Two Marines from the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon prepare a Pioneer RPV for launch during Operation Desert Shield.

Two Marines from the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon prepar...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Jubail Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU) Scene Camera Operator: STAFF SGT. J. R. Ruark Release Status: Released... More

STAFF SGT. W. J. Harkins, right, and STAFF SGT. R.V. Wyatt of the 3rd Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Platoon guide a Pioneer RPV in for a landing during Operation Desert Shield. Harkins is acting as the RPV's external pilot. Wyatt is the assistant external pilot.

STAFF SGT. W. J. Harkins, right, and STAFF SGT. R.V. Wyatt of the 3rd ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Jubail Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT. J.R. Ruark Release Status: Released to Pu... More

A Marine positions a Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) during Operation Desert Shield

A Marine positions a Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) during Ope...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) comes to a halt after catching the arresting wire on a runway. The RPV is being tested in support of Operation Desert Shield

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) comes to a halt after catchin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

Vehicles and equipment are assembled in preparation for the test launch of a Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) in support of Operation Desert Shield

Vehicles and equipment are assembled in preparation for the test launc...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

A Pioneer Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) is catapulted from a launching rail set up atop an M-814 5-ton cargo truck. The RPV is being tested in support of Operation Desert Shield

A Pioneer Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) is catapulted from a launchin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

Marines position a Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) on a launching rail set up atop an M-814 5-ton cargo truck. The RPV is being tested in support of Operation Desert Shield

Marines position a Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) on a launchi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

Marines watch from an M-60 main battle tank as a Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is positioned on a launching rail set up atop an M-814 5-ton cargo truck. The RPV is being tested in support of Operation Desert Shield

Marines watch from an M-60 main battle tank as a Pioneer remotely pilo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is catapulted from a launching rail set up atop an M-814 5-ton cargo truck. The RPV is being tested in support of Operation Desert Shield

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is catapulted from a launchin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

Crew members aboard the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) prepare a Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle for launch during Operation Desert Storm.

Crew members aboard the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) prepare a Pio...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: Cw02 Bailey Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service... More

Crew members aboard the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) prepare a Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle for launch during Operation Desert Storm.

Crew members aboard the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) prepare a Pio...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: Cw02 Bailey Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service... More

Marines retrieve a Pioneer Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) after it lands on a runway following a test flight in support of Operation Desert Shield

Marines retrieve a Pioneer Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) after it lan...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is displayed aboard the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) during its visit to the naval station. The MISSOURI has stopped at Pearl Harbor during its return voyage to Naval Station, Long Beach, Calif., after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm.

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is displayed aboard the battl...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene C... More

A Marine Corps Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is carried on a trailer along the parade route during the National Victory Celebration parade. The day-long celebration is being held in honor of the coalition forces that liberated Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm. The Lincoln Memorial is in the background

A Marine Corps Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is carried on a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia(DC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Mike Moulding of Detachment 1, Fleet Composite Squadron 6 (VC-6), moves a Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) across the fantail of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) during Operation Desert Shield

Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Mike Moulding of Detachment ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PHC(Nac) John Kristoffersen Release Status: Released to Public Com... More

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is recovered in a net near the stern of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) during Operation Desert Shield. The RPV is assigned to Detachment 1, Fleet Composite Squadron 6 (VC-6)

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is recovered in a net near th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PHC(Nac) John Kristoffersen Release Status: Released to Public Com... More

Aviation pioneer and Medal of Honor recipient GEN. James H. "Jimmy" Doolittle who died at the age of 96

Aviation pioneer and Medal of Honor recipient GEN. James H. "Jimmy" Do...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Pebble Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Don Sutherland Release Status: Released to Pu... More

A port view of the mine countermeasures ship USS PIONEER (MCC-9) tied to the pier at Port Everglades

A port view of the mine countermeasures ship USS PIONEER (MCC-9) tied ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: OS2 John Bouvia Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

A starboard bow view of the Naval Avionics Development Center sonobuoy trails craft Acoustic Pioneer (NAWC-38) tied up at the Trident pier

A starboard bow view of the Naval Avionics Development Center sonobuoy...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Port Canaveral State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: OS2 John Bouvia Release Status: Released to Pu... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - White Clouds and Rolling Mountains

Pioneer Historic Byway - White Clouds and Rolling Mountains

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Near Soda Springs, white clouds roll over snow-covered hills and dark forested mountains in winter. Location: Soda Springs, Idaho (42.6... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - A Waterfall in the Black Canyon Gorge River

Pioneer Historic Byway - A Waterfall in the Black Canyon Gorge River

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Water flows over rocks at the narrow floor of Black Canyon Gorge. Trees bright with green line the walls of this gorge carved by water i... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Mountain Pastures

Pioneer Historic Byway - Mountain Pastures

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Trees extending from the mountains make a nice temporary home for the cows who pasture in the fields. Location: Between China Hat Forma... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Oneida Narrows

Pioneer Historic Byway - Oneida Narrows

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Brilliant fall colors and shimmering water in the mountains of Oneida Narrows are cast in shadows around the lake. Location: Oneida Nar... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Falls and Rocks at Black Canyon Gorge

Pioneer Historic Byway - Falls and Rocks at Black Canyon Gorge

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Near Grace, Idaho, water trickles down the rugged black lava cliffs of Black Canyon Gorge. Location: Black Canyon Gorge, near Grace, Id... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Black Canyon Rocks

Pioneer Historic Byway - Black Canyon Rocks

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A small ranch is on the horizon beyond this view of the rugged black lava rock walls of Black Canyon Gorge. A tiny trickle of falls onto... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Watering Fields

Pioneer Historic Byway - Watering Fields

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Irrigation pipes faithfully sprinkle water over a field in the foreground of a tree-spotted mountain. Location: Between Soda Springs an... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site: "The Earth will Remember"

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: We cry for the loss and sacrifice of those who did not survive and we honor the strength of those who lived is the proud declaration on ... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - The Killing Ground

Pioneer Historic Byway - The Killing Ground

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: According to the nearby plaque at the Bear River Massacre National Historic Site, the bright green field below is "the Killing Ground" w... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Dirt Road and Fall Colors at Oneida Narrows

Pioneer Historic Byway - Dirt Road and Fall Colors at Oneida Narrows

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: At Oneida Narrows, a dirt road leads into the mountains which are exploding with fall colors. Location: Oneida Narrows, Idaho (42.274° ... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Sheep Rock

Pioneer Historic Byway - Sheep Rock

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Mighty pines reach up as high as Sheep Rock itself. It seems as if the pines and the mountain compete to reach the sky. Location: Sheep... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Bear River Valley East from National Historic Site

Pioneer Historic Byway - Bear River Valley East from National Historic...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The long valley of the Bear River stretches east toward the mountains, as seen from the upper parking area of the Bear River Massacre Na... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Entrance of Niter Ice Cave

Pioneer Historic Byway - Entrance of Niter Ice Cave

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Niter Ice Cave, a lava tube near Grace, Idaho, can be seen in the shadows of the mountains and amidst the tall summer grasses. Location... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Artist's Rendition of the Oneida Stake Academy as a Visitor Center

Pioneer Historic Byway - Artist's Rendition of the Oneida Stake Academ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The Oneida Stake Academy is restored in this artist's rendition of it as a visitor center in Benson Park in Preston, Idaho. Location: C... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Walk the Oregon-California Trail Wagon Ruts

Pioneer Historic Byway - Walk the Oregon-California Trail Wagon Ruts

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A young girl cheerfully poses next to a marker depicting one of the wagon ruts remaining from west-bound pioneers. This wagon rut is for... More

Scenic Byway 12 - The "Pioneer Register" on the Old Road through Capitol Reef

Scenic Byway 12 - The "Pioneer Register" on the Old Road through Capit...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The sheer sandstone walls of this narrow wash bear these inscriptions, etched in by many pioneers who traveled on this road which was on... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Farmers Fields

Pioneer Historic Byway - Farmers Fields

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Streams of water on a field between Soda Springs and Sheep Rock irrigate this already green field with showers of water. Location: Betw... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Brilliant Skies in the Winter

Pioneer Historic Byway - Brilliant Skies in the Winter

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Brilliant skies and dark mountains overlook a fenced, snow-covered field near Soda Springs, Idaho. Location: Soda Springs, Idaho (42.65... More

Geronimo Trail Scenic Byway - Inside the Pioneer Store Museum

Geronimo Trail Scenic Byway - Inside the Pioneer Store Museum

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A visitor browses through the fascinating Pioneer Store Museum, set up as it would have been when it was in operation in the late 1800s.... More

Talimena Scenic Drive - Pioneer Cemetery Historic Site

Talimena Scenic Drive - Pioneer Cemetery Historic Site

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Near the pathway leading to the cemetery, an intrepretative sign introduces travelers to some Rich Mountain history. Location: Arkansas... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Pioneer Historic Byway Roadsign

Pioneer Historic Byway - Pioneer Historic Byway Roadsign

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Cropped from a larger image is a closeup of the Pioneer Historic Byway roadsign, showing a handcart family. Location: Idaho (42.166° N ... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Last Chance Canal

Pioneer Historic Byway - Last Chance Canal

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This flume, Last Chance Canal, that carries the water from the Bear River into Gentile Valley turned the valley floor into productive fa... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Fall Trees frame the Lake at Oneida Narrows

Pioneer Historic Byway - Fall Trees frame the Lake at Oneida Narrows

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Gorgeous fall trees and mountains in the distance make a perfect frame for this light blue lake at Oneida Narrows. Location: Oneida Nar... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Fall's Gentle Fire at Oneida Narrows

Pioneer Historic Byway - Fall's Gentle Fire at Oneida Narrows

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Flashy orange and red colors on the mountainside of Oneida Narrows look like fire, but are actually brilliant maple leaves Location: On... More

Colorado River Headwaters Byway - Pioneer Museum Display

Colorado River Headwaters Byway - Pioneer Museum Display

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This display at the Pioneer Museum explores the river's history. Location: Hot Sulphur Springs, Colorado (40.072° N 106.101° W) Status... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Fall's Brilliant Orange Display at Oneida Narrows

Pioneer Historic Byway - Fall's Brilliant Orange Display at Oneida Nar...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Maples brilliant with orange leaves overlook the lake at Oneida Narrows. Location: Oneida Narrows, Idaho (42.274° N 111.752° W) Status... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Mountain Ranch

Pioneer Historic Byway - Mountain Ranch

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A small farm sits near rolling hills covered with pines, and the fields around the farm contrast with the mountains in shades of light g... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Green Rolling Hills and Winding Streams

Pioneer Historic Byway - Green Rolling Hills and Winding Streams

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Water fowl float on an irrigation canal in a wide green field in southeastern Idaho. Location: Between China Hat Formation and Freedom,... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Train Tracks

Pioneer Historic Byway - Train Tracks

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Train tracks run along a mountainside, dotted with juniper and sagebrush. A home sits atop the hill. Location: Between Soda Springs and... More

Crowley's Ridge Parkway - Parker Pioneer Homestead

Crowley's Ridge Parkway - Parker Pioneer Homestead

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A costumed actor stands at a spinning wheel at the Parker Homestead. Location: Arkansas (35.480° N 90.735° W) Status: Public domain. C... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site: "Change and Conflict, A Clash of Cultures"

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This sign tells of the conflict between the Shoshone people and the Mormon settlers who moved into the area. The settlers were first wel... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site: "Shoshone Bear River Winter Home"

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Bia Ogoi or Big River provided a winter home for the Shoshone. The hot springs and a fertile valley were a physical and spiritual rejuve... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Winter Flocks

Pioneer Historic Byway - Winter Flocks

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Flocks of birds travel together on a wintry day. Foggy, snow covered mountains stand majestically in the distance. Location: Idaho (42.... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Soda Springs Golf Course

Pioneer Historic Byway - Soda Springs Golf Course

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Ducks make their home in the spring which is adjacent to Soda Springs Golf Course. Trees from the course cast shadows in the water. Loc... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign for "Bear River Lava"

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign for "Bear River Lava"

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A sign describes the Bear River and how its course was diverted by lava eruptions. Location: Soda Springs, Idaho (42.659° N 111.604° W)... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Pasture Fences and Blue Skies

Pioneer Historic Byway - Pasture Fences and Blue Skies

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A pasture fence frames the blue waters of the Hells Canyon Reservoir. Blue skies look down upon the scene. Location: Hells Canyon Dam, ... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Snowy Barns and Fences

Pioneer Historic Byway - Snowy Barns and Fences

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Snow crested mountains overlook snow covered barns and fences near Soda Springs, Idaho. Location: Soda Springs, Idaho (42.676° N 111.59... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site: "Attack at Bia Ogoi"

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This sign describes the bitter cold day of January 29th, 1863, when the largest Indian massacre in the West occurred. Sepia-toned, histo... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign for "John Bidwell"

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign for "John Bidwell"

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A sign tells of John Bidwell and the party he assembled to travel west. Location: Soda Springs, Idaho (42.659° N 111.604° W) Status: P... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Fall Colors and Oneida Narrows Reservoir

Pioneer Historic Byway - Fall Colors and Oneida Narrows Reservoir

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Nestled between hills covered with majestic fall colors at Oneida Narrows in Idaho is a small lake or reservoir. A truck drives along th... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Hells Canyon Dam

Pioneer Historic Byway - Hells Canyon Dam

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This dam for Hells Canyon Reservoir regulates the water. Mountains form one side of the river and the white power plant stands beside th... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Bridge Guards and Water

Pioneer Historic Byway - Bridge Guards and Water

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A railing beside the highway seems to hold in the water that surrounds the mountain base. Location: Soda Springs, Idaho (42.657° N 111.... More

Grand Mesa Scenic and Historic Byway - Red Barn and Silos in Pioneer Town

Grand Mesa Scenic and Historic Byway - Red Barn and Silos in Pioneer T...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A red barn and silos fill this view of Pioneer Town, a point of interest on the Grand Mesa Scenic and Historic Byway. Location: Locatio... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Chesterfield Townsite

Pioneer Historic Byway - Chesterfield Townsite

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This photo is a panoramic view of the Chesterfield Townsite and the valley where it is located. There are 27 structures in this Townsite... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Cinder Cone in a Farmer's Field

Pioneer Historic Byway - Cinder Cone in a Farmer's Field

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A small cinder cone, remnant of ancient volcanic activity, stands covered by wild grass in fields of alfalfa and wheat in Idaho. Deep bl... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Views of Soda Springs

Pioneer Historic Byway - Views of Soda Springs

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Green foliage and water from Soda Springs are visible in front of deep rolling mountains and mountain homes. Location: Soda Springs, Id... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Rolling Hills in Southeastern Idaho

Pioneer Historic Byway - Rolling Hills in Southeastern Idaho

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Thick stands of trees cover the rolling hills that sit at the other end of a green field. Location: Between China Hat Formation and Fre... More

Natchez Trace Parkway - Pioneer Cabin in Tishomingo State Park

Natchez Trace Parkway - Pioneer Cabin in Tishomingo State Park

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A rustic pioneer cabin stands in a forest and is reached by a rickety-looking wooden bridge inside Tishomingo State Park. Location: Tis... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - On the Lander Cutoff of the Oregon Trail

Pioneer Historic Byway - On the Lander Cutoff of the Oregon Trail

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The cutoff to the Oregon Trail can be seen amidst the mountains and pavement of the road. A fence frames the left side of the photo. Lo... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Blue Skies above the Mountains

Pioneer Historic Byway - Blue Skies above the Mountains

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A mountain striped green with forest and brown with summer grass acts as a divider between green pastures and a clear sky. Location: Be... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Hells Canyon Reservoir

Pioneer Historic Byway - Hells Canyon Reservoir

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Hells Canyon Reservoir flows peacefully around the base of the rocks. Wildflowers are blooming in the foreground. Location: Hells Canyo... More

Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway - Arizona: Home to a Rich Pioneer Heritage

Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway - Arizona: Home to a Rich Pioneer Her...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A mother with a child on her sholders examines an old covered wagon at Pipe Springs National Monument. Location: Location: Arizona (36.... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Green Banked Streams

Pioneer Historic Byway - Green Banked Streams

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The stream's bright green banks contrast with the dark mountains and blue sky. Location: Between China Hat Formation and Freedom, Idaho... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Entrance to Niter Ice Cave

Pioneer Historic Byway - Entrance to Niter Ice Cave

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: In the summer Niter Ice Cave is difficult to pick out among the tall summer grasses and sagebrush. Mountains can be seen in the distance... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Overlooking the Massacre Site

Pioneer Historic Byway - Overlooking the Massacre Site

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A plaque describes the movements of the soldiers and the Indians during the January morning when the attack occurred. The valley behind ... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Oregon Trail Park and Marina

Pioneer Historic Byway - Oregon Trail Park and Marina

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A wooden sign serves as a landmark for the Oregon Trail Park and Marina. Mountains, and the spring sits in the distance beyond the sign.... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Bales of Hay

Pioneer Historic Byway - Bales of Hay

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A tiny bright red farm is nestled at the base of this tree covered mountain. Bright blue skies look down on the freshly cut bales of hay... More

Natchez Trace Parkway - Meriwether Lewis National Monument Pioneer Cemetery

Natchez Trace Parkway - Meriwether Lewis National Monument Pioneer Cem...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This brown sign marks the Pioneer Cemetery at the Meriwether Lewis National Monument. Location: Meriwether Lewis National Monument, Ten... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site: "A Battle Becomes a Massacre"

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This sign tells of the horror and chilling events of the massacre. Colored sketches depict teepees burning, soldiers firing, and soldier... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site: "California Volunteers March to the Bear River"

Pioneer Historic Byway - Interpretive Sign at Bear River Massacre Site...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This sign describes the journey of Col. Patrick Edward Conner and volunteers who came from California and participated in this culture c... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Rearview of Hells Canyon Dam

Pioneer Historic Byway - Rearview of Hells Canyon Dam

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Deep green pines hang over the edges of the green waters. A white building of the dam's power plant stands at the reservoir's far end. ... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Summer Cranes

Pioneer Historic Byway - Summer Cranes

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The summer sun beats down as a flock of cranes rise before emerald green mountains. Location: Idaho (42.556° N 111.447° W) Status: Pub... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Shimmering Pines

Pioneer Historic Byway - Shimmering Pines

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The pines atop this mountain are reflected in the shimmering waters of the reservoir formed by Hells Canyon Dam. Location: Hells Canyon... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Gentle Waters

Pioneer Historic Byway - Gentle Waters

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The calm waters of Hells Canyon Reservoir are overlooked by cliffs and tall green trees. Location: Hells Canyon Dam, Idaho (45.237° N 1... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Niter Ice Cave

Pioneer Historic Byway - Niter Ice Cave

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Visitors to Niter Ice Cave will find the entrance amid an array of tall grasses. Mountains can be seen in the distance. Location: Grace... More

Flint Hills Scenic Byway - Pioneer Bluffs, Rogler Ranch Historic District

Flint Hills Scenic Byway - Pioneer Bluffs, Rogler Ranch Historic Distr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Though not open to the public, the Pioneer Bluffs offer a well-preserved example of limestone fencing for those driving by along the Byw... More

Grand Mesa Scenic and Historic Byway - A Pioneer Town Street

Grand Mesa Scenic and Historic Byway - A Pioneer Town Street

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Ramble along this Pioneer Town street to capture a feeling of the old West. Location: Location: Colorado (39.165° N 108.139° W) Status... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Camp Conner Interpretive Sign

Pioneer Historic Byway - Camp Conner Interpretive Sign

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A sign describes the Old Town of Soda Springs and its history. The town was established by Col. P.E. Conner. Location: Soda Springs, Id... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Barns and Fields in Southeastern Idaho

Pioneer Historic Byway - Barns and Fields in Southeastern Idaho

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Mountains lay in the distance while in the foreground a quaint old barn stands in the fields of hay. Location: Between China Hat Format... More

Artwork: "Pacific Pioneer". Artist: Jim Dietz

Artwork: "Pacific Pioneer". Artist: Jim Dietz

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Pioneer Historic Byway - Divided Stream

Pioneer Historic Byway - Divided Stream

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Brilliant green fields surround this divided stream while two mountain peaks add dimension to the horizon. Location: Between China Hat ... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Red Rock Pass

Pioneer Historic Byway - Red Rock Pass

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Red Rock Pass is today's remnant of the natural dam at the north end of ancient Lake Bonneville. Location: Near Downey, Idaho (42.354° ... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Soda Springs and Snow Capped Mountains

Pioneer Historic Byway - Soda Springs and Snow Capped Mountains

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Near Soda Springs snowcapped mountains proudly stand in the distance. A stream flows past a pasture fence in a wintry field. Location: ... More

Pioneer Historic Byway - Parallel Routes

Pioneer Historic Byway - Parallel Routes

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Train tracks run parallel to the highway as a train approaches. Location: Between Soda Springs and Sheep Rock, Idaho (42.768° N 111.564... More

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