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World war 2, signs put up by the germans in the public places of warsaw, sign on the left reads: entrance to poles forbidden, sign on the right reads: playground for german children only, august 1941
Filename: 975_05_SOV-B-A45842.jpg
Size: 5100 x 2753 (5.7MB)
Date: 21st March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
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World war 2, signs put up by the germans in the public places of warsaw, sign on the left reads: entrance to poles forbidden, sign on the right reads: playground for german children only, august 1941
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Media ID 9640821
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
1940s Great Patriotic War Occupation Poland Polish Soviet World War 2 World War Ll Ww Ll
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a chilling moment in history during World War II. Taken in August 1941, it showcases the brazen signs erected by German occupiers in public places throughout Warsaw, Poland. The sign on the left reads "Entrance to Poles Forbidden" while the one on the right cruelly declares "Playground for German Children Only". These signs serve as stark reminders of the oppressive regime that sought to exert control and dominance over occupied territories. They symbolize not only the physical segregation but also the psychological impact inflicted upon Polish citizens under German occupation. The image reflects a dark chapter when Poland was subjected to immense suffering and loss during World War II. It highlights how ordinary people were stripped of their basic rights and dignity, reduced to second-class citizens within their own homeland. It is essential to remember these historical events as they remind us of humanity's capacity for both cruelty and resilience. This photograph serves as a testament to those who endured unimaginable hardships during this period and stands as a poignant reminder of why we must strive for peace, equality, and justice today.
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