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Occupied Germany - Hitchhiking
Occupied Germany - Hitchhiking. Date: 1946
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Media ID 14347572
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1946 Forces Hiking Hitching Occupation Occupied Occupying Post War Hitch Hiking Hitchhiking
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 15.8cm (9.3" x 6.2")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Occupied Germany - Hitchhiking (1946): A poignant moment of transition in post-war Europe is captured in this evocative photograph. Taken in 1946, the image shows a group of American and British soldiers, clad in their military uniforms, standing by the side of a German road. The soldiers, who were part of the Allied forces occupying Germany following the end of World War II, are hitchhiking, a common practice among soldiers during this time. The scene is a stark reminder of the complex realities of the post-war period. The soldiers, representing the victorious Allied forces, are hitchhiking in a country that was once their enemy. The image underscores the idea of a fragile peace, with the soldiers' presence in Germany a testament to the ongoing military occupation. The photograph also highlights the sense of mobility and freedom that hitchhiking represented for soldiers during this time. Hitchhiking was a practical way for soldiers to travel between bases and explore the unfamiliar terrain of the occupied territories. It was also a way for them to interact with the local population and build relationships, which was essential for maintaining order and promoting reconstruction. Despite the challenges and complexities of the post-war period, the image of soldiers hitchhiking in Occupied Germany offers a glimpse of a moment of human connection and shared experience. It serves as a reminder of the transformative power of war's end and the potential for healing and reconciliation.
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