Francais
Deutsch
Italiano
Refine Your Search
Bavaria Germany 1945 stock footage and images
- Showing 19 to 24 of 10400 results
more
Hide
U.S. 9th Armored Division ceremony in Weiden, Bavaria, marking the end of World War II in Europe
Scene opens with closeup of Major General John W. Leonard, Commanding General of the U.S. 9th Armored Division, addressing his troops at the Schlörplatz in Weiden, Bavaria. He has assembled them to hear the news of Germany's surrender, ending World War 2, in Europe. A color Guard stands behind him. Upon hearing the news, the troops raise their arms and cheer, and partially break formation to converse with each other. They resume their formation and listen, as General Leonard continues to speak. Closeup of him reading from some notes. Scene shifts slightly, showing Leonard and the color guard in front of the Gustav von Schlör monument with famous old oak trees behind it. Next, the troops are viewed from the front, as they stand at Parade Rest with buildings near the square behind them. General Leonard walks down from the makeshift podium and passes in front of the assembled soldiers, and shakes hands with his Chief of Staff, Colonel Walter Burnside. Closeups of them shaking hands and conversing. Scene shifts to a unit Chaplain, giving a prayer of thanks for the end of hostilities. General Leonard and Colonel Burnside walk away from the gathering, as the color guard furls the colors. Suddenly an officer walks up on the grass and retrieves something from the base of the Schlör monument and quickly walks back into the square. A Captain has the color guard unfurl the colors again, which include the stars and stripes flanked by the Division colors and the General's two star flag. Next the entire assemblage poses as they are photographed from a high point some yards away. The view shows the color guard standing on grass in front of the Schlör monument with the massive oaks behind, surrounded by assembled troops, including some in a tank. Scene shifts to rear of the assembly, showing troops in armored vehicles at the back of troops in formation. Some armor is moving along a road behind the assembly. Another long shot of the assembled troops is followed by a closeup of them being called to attention. General Leonard walks into the center of the assembly, followed by several officers. They salute the colors and General Leonard converses with the Division Chaplain, who then steps into the grass in front of the color guard, where he removes his helmet, raises his arm, and gives a benediction as all bow their heads. (Note: Armored vehicles seen in this film include M4 Sherman and M36 Tank Destroyer.)
Allied officials receive surrender from German officials in Germany at the end of World War II in Europe.
German officials surrender in Germany at the end of World War II in Europe. Nazi Marshall Herman Goring surrenders in Bavaria, Germany where he is questioned by Allied newspaper men. German Field Marshal Albert Kesselring surrenders. German Field Marshal Gerd von Rundstedt arrives in a car to surrender. Former Governor General of Occupied Poland Hans Frank is captured by the Allies. Captured German officials are taken away in U.S. Army jeeps. Former Regent of Hungary Admiral Miklos Horthy speaks to a U.S. official after his capture. Captured Nazi officials lined up.
U.S. Army 12th Armored Division soldiers cross the Danube River bridge at Dillingen, Germany during World War II.
U.S. Army 12th Armored Division on the move in Dillingen, Germany during World War II. U.S. soldiers roll 500 pound bombs over the intact Danube River bridge at Dillingen in Bavaria Germany. U.S. medium tanks with soldiers loaded onto it as they cross the bridge at Dillingen.
U.S. 9th Artillery Division members disperse after their Commander informs them of Germany's surrender on VE Day in World War II
VE Day in Germany during World War 2. Soldiers of the U.S. Ninth Armored Division are seen leaving the the Schlörplatz in Weiden, Bavaria, where they assembled to hear the news, from their Commander, Major General John W. Leonard, that Germany had capitulated. Soldiers move their armor and equipment through the Town and others walk. They pass by a tree displaying numerous information and direction signs. Local citizens watch from sidewalks. (Note: Armored vehicles seen include M16 Halftrack, M4 Sherman Tank, and M36 Tank Destroyer.)
U.S. soldiers care for a wounded comrade just outside Wegscheid, Bavaria, Germany, during World War II
A U.S. Army medic is seen leaning over a wounded American soldier in woods near Wegscheid, Germany, during a battle with German forces in World War 2. The medic renders first aid, and covers him up. Then other American soldiers help to lift the wounded soldier and carry him hurriedly through the forest. The wounded soldier appears to be in great pain, and appears to be nauseous. They place him on the ground. Next, they carry him to a jeep, place him in the back, and drive away.
United States soldiers cross river, arrest more German prisoners in Bavarian town of Murnau am Staffelsee during WW2
United States soldiers cross a mined river in Germany during World War 2. German prisoners assist small group of US infantrymen in crossing the river. A United States soldier directs a military vehicle to park. Soldiers cross a bridge. Two United States soldiers into brush at side of road to hide. German locals meet United States soldiers arriving in Murnau am Staffelsee, in the Oberbayern Region of Bavaria, Germany. United States soldiers follow a tank inside Murnau am Staffelsee. In the Murnau am Staffelsee town square, United States infantrymen apprehend more German prisoners.
CRITICALPAST.COM: About Us | Contact Us | FAQs - How to Order | License Agreement | My Account | My Lightboxes | Shopping Cart | Advanced Search | Featured Collections | Website Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy | Links ©2024 CriticalPast LLC.
License Agreement |
Terms & Conditions |
Privacy Policy
©2024 CriticalPast LLC.
