WWII Stars & Stripes Newspaper, Oct. 28, 1944
Updated August 18, 2026
This auction ended on August 25, 2026.
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| Lot number | 250 |
| Category | Firearms & Militaria |
| Auction | Auction Monkey Sunset Steals |
| Date | August 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Auction Monkey |
| Location | Lusby, Maryland |
A captivating time capsule, this edition of "The Stars and Stripes," dated October 28, 1944, hails from the height of World War II, bringing history to your hands. Published during the Allied campaign, this Paris edition covers pivotal moments, including the destruction of two-thirds of Japan’s fleet and critical battles in Europe. The newspaper offers a mix of war updates, cultural tidbits like a "Daily French Lesson," and even lighter stories featuring cartoons. Each headline brings the urgency and gravity of the war right into your grasp. Preserved in remarkable condition, it provides not just news but living proof of a pivotal era.
