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On 45th anniversary of the end of World War II, David Michell holds patch of parachute signed by American Gls who liberated Weihsien camp, right.
On 45th anniversary of the end of World War II, David Michell holds patch of parachute signed by American Gls who liberated Weihsien camp, right.

On 45th anniversary of the end of World War II, David Michell holds patch of parachute signed by American Gls who liberated Weihsien camp, right.

Date8/29/1990
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ProvenanceCourtesy: Toronto Star Photograph Archives
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0131008F
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