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. A soldier stands in shallow water holding a pufferfish, labeled "Blow-fish," in Okinawa during July 1945. He is shirtless, wearing white shorts and sandals, and appears to be enjoying a leisurely moment after a period of intense conflict in the region. The setting suggests a relaxed atmosphere in a historical area known for its significance during World War II. Okinawa was pivotal during the war, particularly known for one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific in the spring of 1945. This photograph captures a more serene aspect of life on the island following the conflict. The pufferfish in the photo may symbolize the local cuisine, as it is a delicacy in Japanese culture. The period after the battle brought a transition from military operations to more personal experiences among the servicemen stationed there, highlighting the juxtaposition of war and daily life. The text present in the photo states, "Blow-fish Okinawa July '45."
Price: 19.99 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-18T14:57:59.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1.25 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
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: pufferfish, Okinawa, soldier, World War II, military
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, travel, cultures & ethnicities
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
