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1. American soldiers read of Hitler's death in an "extra" edition of "Stars and Stripes." Pictured left to right: Pfc. Leonard A. Davis, Pfc. Richard Webster, Pfc. Julian Bellavance, and Pfc. Lex Hall.

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Date:: 1945 May 02

2. General Dwight D. Eisenhower signs the register at the tomb of the unknown soldier after a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe, in which he was presented the Medal of Liberation by General Charles de Gaulle.

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Date:: 1945 June 14

3. An American soldier distributes candy to French children.

Date:: 1944 - 1945

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