Description
Experience a piece of history with the VTG Life Magazine from May 21, 1945, featuring a captivating cover story about Winston Churchill. This edition is a fantastic addition for collectors and history enthusiasts alike. Life magazine served as a window to the world during a pivotal time, offering a blend of journalism and remarkable photography that captured society's significant moments.
If you're fascinated by World War II, this issue is a treasure trove of information. It includes coverage on the surrender of Germany and its aftermath, making it more than just a magazine; it's a snapshot of a transformative moment in world history. The insightful articles and visual narratives create a compelling context about the events of the time.
*The image shown in this listing is a stock photo. You will receive the same issue as depicted, and condition described in this listing, but it may not be the exact copy shown in the photo.*
In this issue, readers will find:
- An in-depth look at the week’s events, including Germany's surrender and the celebrations in London following V-E Day.
- A fascinating photographic essay capturing the American look of the time, along with articles penned by renowned authors such as John Dos Passos.
We have nearly every issue of Life magazine from 1936 to 1972 in stock. These magazines may be offered at discount rates, especially during our special sales or with our Buy 2, Get 1 Free promotion when you add three items to your cart. Note that this offer does not apply to Best Offers or coupons but is valid during ongoing sales.
Additionally, we provide most months and years as a set of four. Take advantage of our flat-rate shipping for orders that contain at least three items. Due to our pricing policy, we cannot significantly negotiate on single magazine purchases, so check out our deals while they last!
Below are some highlights from this issue:
Pg… 25 The Week’s Events: The Germans Sign the Surrenders
Pg… 27 The Week’s Events: Surrender at Reims, by Charles Christian Wertenbaker
Pg… 32 The Week’s Events: Editorials: On to Tokyo and What?
Pg… 33 The Week’s Events: Victory Wreath Placed on Franklin Roosevelt’s Grave
Pg… 34 The Week’s Events: San Francisco Parley’s Progress
Pg… 36 The Week’s Events: London Goes Wild on V–E Day
Pg… 38 The Week’s Events: Another Fascist Dies
Pg… 41 The Week’s Events: Last Days of Berlin, by Percy Knauth
Pg… 47 The Week’s Events: French Election Shows Shift to Left
Pg… 53 Article: The American Marianas, by John Dos Passos
Pg… 92 Close–Up: The Lives of Winston Churchill: Part I by Charles J.V. Murphy and John Davenport
Pg… 87 Photographic Essay: The American Look
Pg… 60 Art: Historical Maps Trace World’s Expansion
Pg… 69 Modern Living: Picture Hats Are Revived
Pg… 75 Science: X–Ray Diffraction Shows Metal Patterns
Pg… 81 Sports: Skaters Give Rough–and–Tumble Show
Pg… 111 Movies: “Sclome, Where She Danced”
Pg… 2 Other Departments: Letters to the Editors
Pg… 12 Other Departments: Speaking of Pictures: 15th–Century Artistic Fake Was Italian Duke’s Whim
Pg… 17 Other Departments: LIFE’s Reports: Belgrade Bootblacks, by Noel F. Busch
Pg… 118 Other Departments: LIFE Goes to Some V–E Day Celebrations
Pg… 122 Other Departments: Miscellany: Underground Plants Evaded Allied Bombing