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Lot # 1218: 1942 "Black Troops Playing Dominoes", Stereotypical Image of WWII Soldiers

Category: Military/Political

Starting Bid: $25.00

Bids: 1 (Bid History)

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Item was in Auction "Summer Premier Auction 2020",
which ran from 7/24/2020 12:00 AM to
8/8/2020 8:00 PM



In 1942 black troops enlisted by the tens of thousands to help during WWII despite barely being allowed to fight in combat situations. In an effort to celebrate their work, but still keeping them in a second class state this photo was released through Acme that shows the troops playing dominoes (a sterotypical game) on their way to fight in the Atlantic. It is sad that these boys were willing to sacrifice it all for the country they loved and could not even get basic respect in return. A clear and bold photograph that we have never seen before.

Size: 7x9
Designation: Vintage 1
Condition: 4.5/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 9.5/10

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