Description: This is from a lot of pictures taken during the early and mid 1950s by an unnamed soldier in the 3rd Armored Division of the United States Army (SPEARHEAD), Battery A. Funnily enough this was Elvis Presley’s division in the 50s too. I was unfortunately unable to identify the photographer/soldier despite some effort. At least at one point, from one inscription, the soldier who took these photos was an “acting sergeant”, “running all field supply”, under a Capt Smith, the Battery Commander. The soldier was stationed in Germany, spending time training and in field exercises particularly in Grafenwoehr. He also travelled extensively throughout Europe, with his close friends and fellow soldiers, particularly fellows named Kelly and Pat, and Karl, a German from Nuremberg who was the Major’s translator, according to one picture caption. He was particularly close to these friends! Many of the photos have detailed or humorous captions about his and their adventures. Honestly, it seemed like a pretty nice time to be in the army… This is an authentic original black-and-white photograph, not a reproduction. Check out my eBay store for a curated selection of collectible vernacular snapshot photography! FREE SHIPPING ON ADDITIONAL ITEMS available for items IN THE SAME CART!
Price: 5 USD
Location: Arlington, Texas
End Time: 2024-11-24T20:20:03.000Z
Shipping Cost: 3.5 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Image Color: Black & White
Material: Paper
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Framing: Unframed
Subject: Germany, Military
Vintage: Yes
Type: Photograph
Year of Production: 1950
Theme: Militaria
Style: Documentary
Features: One of a Kind (OOAK)
Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1959
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States