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Vancouver's V-E Day brought forth this quartet of patriotic girls
Vancouver's V-E Day brought forth this quartet of patriotic girls

Vancouver's V-E Day brought forth this quartet of patriotic girls

Date6/2/1945
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Original Toronto Star caption: Vancouver's V-E Day brought forth this quartet of patriotic girls. While Canadians in other parts of the Dominion gathered for some-what chilly celebrations in local parks; the B.C. sun shine brightly.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0001497F
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