Interesting photo of G.I.'s in Paris I believe.

[strawberry 9]

I thought this was a great photo of a hodge-podge of G.I.'s in what I believe is Paris. Maybe one of our members from France or someone can help me identify the location of this photo by the monuments in the background. I thought this was an interesting photo overall, but a closer look reveals some neat little details. First...the photo which is 4" x 6".

 

[strawberry 9]

After looking closer it looks like a possible Nisei soldier.

 

 

[strawberry 9]

As well as a paratrooper...

 

[m1ashooter]

I believe that the Arch of Triumph.

[strawberry 9]

Finally, I see an Armored Division patch and what looks like a possible 45th ID.

 

[strawberry 9]

I'm wondering if this isn't members of divisions such as the 100th, 45th and 17th ARB which took part in Operation Dragoon. Can anyone identify the memorial/monument in the background?

[strawberry 9]

I believe that the Arch of Triumph.

 

I was leaning that way too. I haven't really researched much yet.

[strawberry 9]

Its strange because some are wearing Class A's while others just have on shirts with ties and then some are in field uniforms. Then there is the civilian to the left of the photo...a mayor or city official maybe?

[Blacksmith]

It is.

 

I believe that the Arch of Triumph.

[USARV72]

Perhaps a group of GIs on leave, civilian may be a guide? Neat pic.

[irish]

Perhaps a group of GIs on leave, civilian may be a guide? Neat pic.

I would agree, a tour to see the sites.

[irish]

Perhaps a group of GIs on leave, civilian may be a guide? Neat pic.

I would agree, a tour to see the sites.

[USARV72]

Couple guys have the “1000 yd stare”. Several good personal accounts of WWII mention front line GIs getting trip to Paris, London or Rome. Guess a WWII version of R&R. After the War my Dad and 2 other officers drove a jeep from Italy to Switzerland, met one of his brothers and a cousin. Interesting pics.

[strawberry 9]

Thanks all. When I get this in the mail I hope to have a clearer view of some of the SSI and other details.