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WW2 USMC Battle of Peleliu 1944 Soldiers in Combat Vintage Original Photo

Description: This is an original first generation photograph from the WWII Battle of Peleliu in 1944. It originates from a scrapbook by a Private Joseph R Konstant, First Marine Division, who was part of the battle and was wounded (stated at front of his scrapbook). The photo was likely either taken by Konstant himself or by another USMC solider in the battle - the photos he brought back appear to be a mix of both. Type & Size: A 4.5x3.5 original photograph.Condition: Good vintage condition. Please see photos. The back side has remnants of having been glued into a scrapbook. Two US Marine Corps soldiers are depicted in this original first-generation photograph from the Battle of Peleliu, taken in 1944. One soldier is positioned in the background, holding a rifle while appearing ready for action, while the other is seated in the foreground, calmly eating from a bowl, showcasing a moment of respite amidst the chaos of war. The rugged terrain, characterized by rocky outcrops and sparse foliage, signals the difficult conditions the Marines faced during this intense conflict in the Pacific theater.The Battle of Peleliu was a pivotal engagement during World War II, lasting from September to November 1944. The campaign was characterized by fierce combat, with heavy casualties on both sides as the US forces aimed to secure the island as a base for further assaults in the Pacific. Despite the strategic importance of the island, the battle proved to be one of the most costly in terms of lives lost, challenging the resolve and capabilities of the US Marine Corps. The photograph captures a rare, candid moment of soldiers who, despite the ongoing dangers, found brief solace in their surroundings and shared experiences.The text on the back of the photograph reads "576" in blue ink, which may serve as a cataloging or identification number. This detail adds an archival value to the photograph, hinting at its historical significance.

Price: 25.64 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-11-08T08:04:06.000Z

Shipping Cost: N/A 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: battle, Marines, Pacific theater, 1944

Theme: conflicts & wars, history, militaria, patriotic

Featured Person/Artist: none

Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print

Year of Production: 1944

Original/Licensed Reprint: Original

Size: 4.5x3.5 inches

Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949

Number of Photographs: 1

Antique: No

Unit of Sale: Single Piece

Vintage: Yes

Framing: Unframed

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