WWII 125th RIC 1945 Okinawa Japanese man standing outdoors 3x4 Original Photo

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 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. This photograph features a soldier, likely Jim, standing outdoors with a backdrop of trees and landscape. Taken in 1945, during the Battle of Okinawa, it suggests a moment captured amidst the conflict. The scene conveys a sense of a soldier's experience in the Pacific theater during World War II. The Battle of Okinawa was one of the largest and bloodiest battles fought by the Allied forces against Japan. Lasting from April to June 1945, this battle involved intense ground and air combat and was pivotal in the push towards Japan. The landscape in the background may indicate a military position or encampment, showcasing the war's impact on the environment and those involved. The photograph's back contains the caption "Jap on Okinawa '45," reflecting the soldier's perspective during the war. The term used is derogatory and reflects the sentiments of that period. No additional identifiable names or branding are visible on the photo?s front.

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Location: Carlsbad, California

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