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Original WWII press photograph capturing parachutes scattered across farmland in Southern France following an Allied airborne invasion.
The image shows the terrain dotted with parachutes after early morning landings, as Allied forces launched a surprise airborne operation on August 15, 1944 (Operation Dragoon). Soldiers quickly abandoned their parachutes and advanced to engage enemy resistance.
Reverse includes original typed caption from New York/Buffalo press distribution, dated August 19, 1944, with credit to ACME photographer. Additional press markings and stamps present.
7x9 inches
A strong and historically significant WWII image documenting Allied airborne operations in Southern France, with clear visual context of parachute landings—highly desirable for collectors of World War II and military history.
