Description: This photo was part of a large collection of over 300 original World War 2 Associated Press photographs collected by a former military veteran. Each photograph has an image along with a caption used to describe what the image is about. These images are all original to the period, either as negative prints or as original photographs sent to press agencies via wire. Type & Size: A 11x8 original photograph. Condition: The collection that this photo came from is filled with rare images, many that have never come up for auction before. All photos in this series of original 1940s press photos are in good to excellent condition for their age, unless otherwise outlined here. These are original photos from the era and as such show typical curling and coloring from age. Please see photos. Members of the "Dime-A-Dozen" club, soldiers of the Americal Division, gather in the Southwest Pacific to receive certificates from 1st Lt. Raymond Ross. This photograph, taken on October 14, 1944, showcases a moment of camaraderie among American soldiers during World War II. They are seen celebrating their achievements in combat, with a sign indicating their collective score of enemy encounters. The "Dime-A-Dozen" club appears to symbolize a unique recognition among soldiers of the Americal Division, where members commemorate their participation in combat against Japanese forces. This club likely fostered morale and camaraderie among the troops, highlighting their shared experiences. The year 1944 holds significance as it was a critical period in the Pacific theater of World War II, with intense battles taking place as the Allies sought to regain territory from Japanese control. Caption: **(FX1-OCT. 14) YANKS KILL JAPS AT 'DIME-A-DOZEN'?Members of the "Dime-A-Dozen" club, soldiers of the Americal Division in the Southwest Pacific, receive certificates from 1st Lt. Raymond Ross of Medford, Ore., attesting to the number of Japs they have killed. L to R: Pfc. Manuel Alvarez, Los Angeles; Pfc. Morris Manuel, Winchester, Ky.; Cpl. Karl Doll, North Hollywood, Calif.; Sgt. Richard Kowitz, St. Paul, Minn.; S/Sgt. Harry Schulte, Gary, S.D.; S/Sgt. Ralph Brodin, Spooner, Minn.; S/Sgt. Alex McLean, Grafton, N.D.; and Pfc. Raymond Cottrell, Sebeka, Minn. (AP Wirephoto from U.S. Army) (nrw71130us/pl) 1944**
Price: 26 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-11-09T11:48:44.000Z
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Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Size: 11x8
Image Color: Black & White
Material: Paper
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: soldiers, Americal Division, camaraderie, combat achievements
Type: Photograph
Year of Production: 1944
Number of Photographs: 1
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, patriotic, people
Style: Documentary
Features: Press Photograph
Featured Person/Artist: Manuel Alvarez, Morris Manuel, Karl Doll, Richard Kowitz, Harry
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
