The British Royal family and Prime Minister Winston Churchill responding to the cheering crowds on the surrender of Germany, Buckingham Palace balcony, London, England, United Kingdom, May 8, 1945.

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Caption     The British Royal family and Prime Minister Winston Churchill responding to the cheering crowds on the surrender of Germany, Buckingham Palace balcony, London, England, United Kingdom, May 8, 1945. ww2dbase
WW2-Era Location Name London, England, United Kingdom
Date 8 May 1945
Photographer    Unknown
 
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Photos on Same Day 8 May 1945
 
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Added By David Stubblebine
Photo Size 780 x 520 pixels



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1. Commenter identity confirmed David Stubblebine says:
2 Dec 2014 08:19:40 PM

Left to Right: Princess Elizabeth, Queen Elizabeth, Winston Churchill, King George VI, Princess Margaret.

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