- Type: Original Associated Press Wirephoto / Newspaper Archive Print
- Conflict: Korean War (1950-1953)
- Subject: Wounded Turkish Brigade Soldier Carried by Buddies to Aid Station
- Photographer Agency: Associated Press (AP Wirephoto)
- Publication/Filing Date: June 2, 1953 (Stamped on reverse)
- Provenance: Chicago Tribune Photo Archives (Includes Official Certificate of Authenticity COA)
- Inventory ID Match: ATX-826-CT (Sticker on reverse matches COA)
- Photo Format: Silver Gelatin Glossy Press Print with Typed Margin Caption
Item Description:
Up for sale is an incredibly powerful, historically significant original vintage Korean War combat press photograph. The raw, gripping image captures a wounded soldier belonging to the legendary Turkish Brigade being supported and carried back through the mud by two of his military buddies toward a frontline aid station. The action occurred following a heavy enemy infantry attack on strategic hill outpost positions along Korea\'s western front. The lower margin features the complete, authentic typed wire service caption details.The reverse side of the print features exceptional, ironclad newspaper archive provenance, including a crisp red ink stamp dating the print to June 2, 1953, a handwritten blue crayon filing mark reading \"WAR - KOREA CASUALTIES,\" and the official Tribune barcode tracking label matching the inventory number on the certificate.This piece is accompanied by its official, serialized Chicago Tribune Certificate of Authenticity (COA) confirming its status as a genuine de-archived working reference print from the Tribune\'s historical photo vault, complete with archive tracking barcoding and item ID ATX-826-CT. A museum-grade artifact perfect for military history collectors, Korean War researchers, or institutional display.Dimensions:
Large display format. Please check the listing photos for exact edge-to-edge measurements of the photographic print sheet next to the certificate backing.Condition:
Good stable vintage condition. As a genuine working newspaper archive asset over 70 years old, the print exhibits typical character from historical handling, including light surface ripples, soft corner bumps, and minor edge silvering consistent with vintage wirephoto paper. The reverse side features authentic handling toning and paper aging as expected with archive pieces. The caption text block remains fully intact and completely legible. The accompanying Certificate of Authenticity is crisp, flat, and well-preserved. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to verify precise condition details before purchasing.
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