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Original WWII U.S. Press Photo — Liberation Anniversary Parade, Luxembourg City, September 10, 1945
A grand moment of post-war Europe: U.S. 5th Armored Division troops march down the Avenue de la Liberté in Luxembourg City, one year after liberation. In the reviewing stand — Grand Duchess Charlotte, Prince Félix, and their son Prince Jean, the future Grand Duke who would reign from 1964 to 2000.
What this photograph documents:
September 10, 1945 marked the first anniversary of Luxembourg's liberation from Nazi occupation. The parade was a major diplomatic and symbolic event, bringing together American military forces and the Luxembourg royal family in a public celebration of freedom.
Provenance & authenticity:
- Original gelatin silver press print, 1945
- Full typed caption on verso identifying all persons present, ref. FRA 205844, distributed by U.S. Information Services
- Unusual near-square format: approx. 24 × 24 cm — rare for press photography of this period
- Condition: image sharp and well-contrasted. Foxing on verso, visible in photos. No tears, no writing on front.
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