1942 Print Dedication Eternal Light Lidice Czech Republic World War II Child FZ7

This is an original 1942 halftone print of a family at the Dedication of Eternal Light to commemorate Lidice, Czech Republic. The village is located northwest of Prague and was completely destroyed by German forces in the spring of 1942, after Czech and Slovak soldiers attacked and killed Reinhard Heydrich of the Third Reich. A new town was built on the site, and was named after the fallen city. Allied propaganda forces commemorated the city, and in September of 1942, coal miners founded "Lidice Shall Live," an organization to help raise funds for the rebuilding of the town after the war.

CONDITION

This 69+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is printing on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.5 x 13.25 inches; 27 x 34 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: wartime, Liditz, Czechoslovakia,

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