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202290 minPGdocumentary

5.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Historical Events

The Corner

202290 minPGdocumentary

5.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

A famous photograph of an American soldier shot in 1945 resurfaces, prompting an investigation into its historical significance in Sperlingsberg, Thuringia.

Historical Events

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Christa Pfafferott

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A famous photograph of an American soldier shot in 1945 resurfaces, prompting an investigation into its historical significance in Sperlingsberg, Thuringia.

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Christa Pfafferott

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Sperlingsberg, a small village in Oberdorla, Thuringia, holds a significant moment from 1945. An American soldier was shot at a street corner, a scene captured in a now-famous photograph. Director Christa Pfafferott uses this image as a starting point to connect local stories with broader historical events. The documentary reveals how this single incident has influenced the community and reflects on the lasting effects of war on memory and history.

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