Historical War Moments

Black and white images depicting significant historical events and stories from World War II and earlier, including personal and military narratives.

1943 - British forces advance in Tunisia, capturing Nazi soldiers.
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The Battle Color Detachment performs in Times Square, New York, May 25, 2022. As a part of Fleet Week New York 22, the Marines of Special Purpose Marine-Air Ground Task Force New York engage in special events throughout New York City and the tristate area showcasing sea service technologies, future innovation, and connecting with citizens. Fleet Week New York brings together more than 2,000 service members from the Marine Corps, Navy and Coast Guard offering live band performances, military vehicle and equipment displays, and other community relations projects.
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Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C., to view Marine Corps Evening Parade, deliver remarks, and attend reception at the site, a National Historic Landmark
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ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - The Thunderbirds, U.S. Air Force's premier aerial demonstration team, arrived Oct. 5, 2009. Before landing, the demonstration pilots conducted an aerial survey of landmarks surrounding Andersen AFB for their air show Wednesday. Andersen AFB rescheduled its air show for Oct. 7 after canceling it due Typhoon Melor.
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Officiers with sheath general model M 1820.Nederlandse officers General Model M 1820 with leather sheath. On the inside of the hinged baffle plate there is a monogram of the original carrier consisting of 3 letters. Signature has become illegible.
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United States Army Corps of Engineers, Rotated Logo, White Background
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