World War II Photos Your History Teacher Didn’t Show You

Published on 05/14/2018
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Airborne

This photograph was snapped sometime in October 1942. The unit you’re looking at is a part of the 295th Squadron of the Royal Air Force (RAF) which was created on the 3rd of August, 1942. Their job was to drop leaflets into France during World War II.

Airborne

Airborne

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After Effects

The effects of the Holocaust lasted long after the prisoners were freed by the Allies. This young girl lived in a concentration camp, survived the persecution, and was brought to a home of disturbed youths. Here she is drawing her own depiction of “home”. The year is 1948.

After Effects

After Effects

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