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General view of Banquet Hall, decorated with Russian banners and pictures of Stalin
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General view of Banquet Hall, decorated with Russian banners and pictures of Stalin
General view of Banquet Hall, decorated with Russian banners and pictures of Stalin and
Roosevelt during a banquet after a meeting of the American and Soviet armies at Torgau, on the banks of the Elbe in northwestern Saxony, Germany.
In the centre are : General Courteney Hodges, Commanding General of the 1st U.S. Army, just left of
the mirror (then left to right): General Jordov, Commanding General of the 5th Russian Army, Major General William B. Khan, Chief of Staff of 1st US Army, Major General Backenov, Commanding General of the 34th Corps, Russian Army, a Russian Staff officer and Brigadier General Charles E. Bart, Artillery Officer of the 1st US Army.
May 1945
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Torgau
Saxony
Germany
Media ID 21888833
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Banquet Dinner Germany Officers Russian Feast
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General view of Banquet Hall, decorated with Russian banners and pictures of Stalin and Roosevelt during a banquet after a meeting of the American and Soviet armies at Torgau, on the banks of the Elbe in northwestern Saxony, Germany. In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to May 1945 amidst the chaos of World War II. The atmosphere is filled with jubilation as soldiers and officers from both sides come together to celebrate their hard-fought victory. The room is adorned with vibrant Russian banners that symbolize unity and strength, while portraits of Stalin and Roosevelt serve as reminders of the powerful leaders who guided their nations through these tumultuous times. At the heart of this historic gathering stand General Courteney Hodges, Commanding General of the 1st U. S. Army; General Jordov, Commanding General of the 5th Russian Army; Major General William B. Khan, Chief of Staff for 1st US Army; Major General Backenov, Commanding General for the 34th Corps in the Russian Army; a distinguished Russian staff officer; and Brigadier General Charles E. Bart, Artillery Officer for 1st US Army. This photograph captures not only a momentous occasion but also represents hope for a brighter future where former enemies can come together in friendship. It serves as a testament to human resilience and showcases how even amidst war's devastation, camaraderie can prevail.
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