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 Saipan campaign.Type & Size: A 3.5x2.5" original photograph.Condition: Original and in good vintage condition. Please see photos. A dramatic World War II scene captures the intense aftermath of a battle on Saipan. In this historical photo, heavy smoke billows into the sky, likely the result of an exploded structure or vehicle. A Sherman tank is visible in the foreground, facing the smoke, suggesting its involvement in the combat taking place in this strategic war location.The Battle of Saipan, part of the Mariana Islands campaign in 1944, was crucial for U.S. forces in obtaining a major Pacific base from which they could launch further assaults on Japan. This battle involved intense fighting, and the U.S. victory here helped shorten the war by cutting off Japanese supply routes and providing a location for launching strategic bombing campaigns.There's no visible writing or markings present within the photo itself.
Price: 23 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-11-21T07:31:06.000Z
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: World War II, battle, Sherman tank, explosion, US Marines
Theme: conflicts & wars, militaria, history
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1944
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
