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. The photograph captures a traditional thatched-roof hut located in Imadomari, Okinawa, taken in 1945. The scene features the distinctive architecture of the local structures, with one hut prominently displayed and a large, decorative wheel or circular structure beside it. The photo reflects the cultural and historical context of Okinawa during the post-war period, after significant military engagements in the area. Okinawa was a crucial battleground during World War II, and its local architecture carries significant cultural weight. The thatched-roof huts are representative of traditional building styles used by the indigenous Okinawan people. After the war, the U.S. military maintained a presence in Okinawa, influencing the local culture and economy. The historical significance of Okinawa during this period highlights both the struggles of the local population and the complex interactions with American military forces. On the back of the photograph, the text reads: "Imadomari, Okinawa '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: Okinawa, Imadomari, 1945, Japan, traditional hut, military histo
Theme: cultures & ethnicities, conflicts & wars, history, travel
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
