Germany surrenders in World War II. British soldiers and citizens loaded in a horse drawn carriage ride down a street in London and wave during celebrations on news of German surrender that day. A man selling the May 7, 1945 London newspaper "The Evening News" with headline "Germany Surrenders". A number of men and women buy newspapers from him. Allied soldiers in a jeep with American flag on it. They shake hands. Men and women march down a road with a British flag as they celebrate Allied victory in Europe during World War II. They are also rolling a statue on a cart. Happy British citizens celebrate VE Day.
Allied aircraft in Germany during World War II. P-47D of the 386th Fighter squadron, 365th Fighter Group nicknamed "PEE-WEE" (right side) and "Peggy Short" (left side) parks on Fritzlar Air Base, Germany. Crew chief rides on left wing to help pilot maneuver in the tight quarters, due to war damage obstructing the field. A confiscated German car pulls up near the aircraft. Pilot gets into the cockpit of P-47 aircraft. He wears his flight gear. Engine starts and aircraft takes off. P-47 aircraft lands after a short flight. 386th Fighter Squadron P-47Ds land and taxi along the airstrip.
Victory in Europe Day during World War II. Group of men and women march down a street in Paris to celebrate the Victory in Europe Day. People carry flags of various Allied nations including those of England and United states. About 30 people loaded onto a jeep as they celebrate the Allied victory in World War II.
Victory in Europe Day during World War II. A group of French nurses and patients (many appear to be recuperating, wounded soldiers) seated at a hospital in Paris, France. They jump with joy as they hear the news of Allied victory in Europe during World War II.
End of World War II in Europe. Quiet street scene. U.S Army soldiers collect German prisoners of war in Linz, Danube, Upper Austria. The prisoners are assembled under guard around the base of the Trinity Column in the Town Square of Linz. A German General is seen at front of one contingent of prisoners, as they walk under guard to the holding area. M4 Sherman tanks and army vehicles are seen in the area.
End of World War II in Europe. German prisoners of war are held under guard at the base of the Trinity Column in the Town Square of Linz, Austria. American M4 Sherman tanks loaded with U.S. Army soldiers cross the "Niebelungen" Bridge as they enter the town.
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 ©2026 CriticalPast LLC.
License Agreement |
Terms & Conditions |
Privacy Policy
©2026 CriticalPast LLC.