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Sunshine and Swastikas


This collection of rare color photos of Berlin in 1937, taken by Thomas Neumann and uncovered from Norwegian archives,  show life in the German capital during a tumultuous decade. They capture scenes in the vibrant city,  which was under the iron … Continue reading

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The Faces of Freedom


Previously unseen photos showing British and American soldiers liberating the Dutch city of Eindhoven 68 years ago have come to light. The black and white snapshots depict scenes of jubilation among the local residents who had just endured four years … Continue reading

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Lennon


The famous mop-top haircut, leather jacket and guitar are gone, replaced by military fatigues and army boots. Yet the slight young man enjoying a game of cricket in the desert is unmistakable. The pictures of John Lennon, taken in 1966 … Continue reading

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