Description: An official Marine Corps WW2 photo developed by the Grogan Photo Co, which likely produced this photo shortly after WW2 ended. This photo is from the Okinawa campaign.Type & Size: A 3.5x2.5" original photograph.Condition: Original and in good vintage condition. Please see photos. A group of World War II U.S. Marines is gathered in Okinawa, observing a seated Japanese soldier drinking from a canteen. The soldier appears to be a prisoner of war, while the Marines stand nearby, equipped with rifles and helmets. The scene captures a moment of interaction amidst the backdrop of the battle in the Pacific.During the Battle of Okinawa, which took place from April to June 1945, significant fighting occurred, marking one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific War. The capture and treatment of prisoners were common as Allied forces advanced through Japanese-controlled territories. Marines often faced fierce resistance, leading to intense combat situations.Official U.S. Marine Corps Photo
Price: 25 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-11-13T12:45:40.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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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: prisoners, battle, soldiers, Pacific, 1940s, U.S. Marines
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, militaria, people
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1945
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 3.5x2.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: No
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
