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Captured German soldier during Battle of the Bulge
A captured German soldier during the Ardennes counter-offensive is shown holding a pair of American army trousers. He may have been a member of the S.S. unit commanded by Otto Skorzeny, whose men were instructed to wear captured Allied uniforms and carry out actions behind Allied lines in order to create confusion. Date: December 1944
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1944 Ardennes Bulge Captured Counter Offensive Otto Trousers Uniforms December
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Captured German Soldier during Battle of the Bulge" photograph from our Media Storehouse range of Historical Photographic Prints. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to the pivotal moment of the Ardennes counter-offensive in World War II. A German soldier, believed to be a member of the SS, is depicted in a humbling moment of surrender, clutching a pair of American army trousers. This powerful and poignant photograph offers a unique insight into the human drama of the battlefield. Each print is professionally produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring history to life. Order your limited edition print today and add a piece of historical significance to your collection.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19cm x 25.4cm (7.5" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of surrender during the intense and chaotic final stages of the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944. The Ardennes counter-offensive, launched by the German army under the command of Field Marshal Walter Model, aimed to split the Allied forces in two and push them back towards the Rhine River. One of the most unconventional tactics employed by the Germans was the use of S.S. units, led by the notorious Otto Skorzeny, who were instructed to wear captured Allied uniforms and carry out actions behind enemy lines. In this image, a weary and defeated German soldier is seen holding a pair of American army trousers, likely taken from a fallen comrade or captured supply cache. The soldier's expression conveys a sense of resignation and defeat, as the tide of the battle had turned decisively against the Germans. The Battle of the Bulge marked the beginning of the end for the German war effort, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict. The Battle of the Bulge was one of the last major German offensive campaigns on the Western Front during World War II. Lasting from December 16, 1944, to January 25, 1945, the battle resulted in heavy casualties for both sides, with an estimated 100,000 American and 106,000 German soldiers killed, wounded, or missing. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of war and the complex tactics employed by both sides during this pivotal moment in history.
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