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Chinese sentry guards American bomber
A Chinese sentry stands guard in the shadow of the wing of a bomber of the 14th U.S. Army Air Force at an aerodrome in China. In the background is another bomber ready for take off in a mission against the Japanese Date: 1937 - 45
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Aerodrome Guards Sentry Sino Wing Bomber
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This evocative image captures the tense atmosphere of the Sino-Japanese War and the subsequent involvement of the United States in World War II. The Chinese sentry, clad in traditional attire and armed with a rifle, stands vigilantly in the shadow of a wing of a formidable American bomber from the 14th U.S. Army Air Force. The bomber, with its engines idling, is poised for takeoff, ready to embark on a mission against the Japanese forces. The backdrop of the aerodrome in China further emphasizes the international conflict that was unfolding. This photograph, taken between 1937 and 1945, is a poignant reminder of the historical alliance between China and the United States during the war against Japan. The image also underscores the crucial role that the U.S. Army Air Force played in the Pacific Theater of World War II. The sentry's unwavering gaze and the bomber's readiness for action convey the sense of determination and resolve that characterized the efforts of the Allied forces during this period. This powerful image offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in world history.
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