Description: This original photo is from a collection of photos from a soldier named Jim who served in World War II with the 125th Radio Intelligence Co, 41st Division. They were responsible for intercepting, analyzing, and decoding enemy communications. Jim's photos span the period of 1944-1945. All photos appear to have been taken by him or his friends, and very well could be one of a kind images. Some have stamps on their backs showing they were cleared by military censors, and others appear to have been developed in the U.S. after the war. Type & Size: A 3x4.5 original photograph. Condition: Good to fair condition. Some of these images have dented edges or missing corners from age and their prior life in a 1940s scrapbook. Please see photos. A group of children and adults are depicted in this photograph, taken in June 1945, in southern Luzon, Philippines. The individuals are dressed in light clothing, with some wearing hats and apparently engaging in a playful activity in a grassy field. The background shows a rural landscape with trees and open space, suggesting a leisurely moment during wartime. Given the context of the time, this could symbolize the resilient spirit of the local population during World War II. During this period, southern Luzon was a significant site of conflict and liberation against Japanese forces. The Philippine campaign was crucial for the Allied forces, as it played a vital role in reclaiming control over the archipelago. The interactions captured in this photograph are indicative of everyday life amidst the backdrop of war, showcasing a blend of local culture and the lasting impact of military presence.
Price: 19.99 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-10-18T13:57:58.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1.25 USD
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Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: children, adults, rural landscape, play, community, history
Theme: conflicts & wars, cultures & ethnicities, history, social histor
Featured Person/Artist: none
Image Color: Black & White
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1945
Size: 3x4.5
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Material: Paper
Features: Press Photograph
Style: Documentary
Number of Photographs: 1
