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 3x4.5in 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. The photograph captures a soldier from World War II, standing outdoors in a rural setting in August 1945. He is shirtless, wearing shorts and a cap, while holding a rifle confidently in one hand. The background features natural vegetation, possibly indicating a location in a Pacific theater, aligning with the historical context of the end of the war. The photo evokes a sense of casual respite amid military duties. In August 1945, the final stage of World War II was unfolding, with significant events such as the dropping of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Soldiers in the Asia-Pacific region were preparing for the final assaults against Japanese forces. This era represented a turning point, with soldiers frequently capturing moments of both duty and leisure as they anticipated an end to hostilities. The relaxed demeanor of the soldier in the photo reflects a moment of calm during tumultuous times. On the back of the photo, the text reads "Ohinera. Aug. 1945." This indicates the location and date, establishing context for the visual content. The name "Ohinera" may refer to a specific area where military operations took place, but further research may be required to confirm its significance.
Price: 19.99 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-09-18T13:57:59.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1.25 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: soldier, WWII, military, Pacific theater, 1945, soldier portrait
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, cultures & ethnicities, people
Featured Person/Artist: none
Image Color: Black & White
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1945
Size: 3x4.5in
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Material: Paper
Features: Press Photograph
Style: Documentary
Number of Photographs: 1
