Magazine Sunday Illustrated 1941 old press WW2 retro newspaper

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Description

This press issue visible in the image is a copy of the weekly magazine "Dimanche Illustré" (D.I.), dated May 1941, a French publication in newspaper format. The cover is distinguished by a bright red banner at the top and bottom of the page, typical of the layout of illustrated news magazines from the 1940s.

The front page features a major headline in bold black characters: "The Germans at the entrance to the Dardanelles", followed by a subheading "In the Kremlin, hour by hour...". A large photograph occupies the lower half of the cover, illustrating Portuguese soldiers embarking (caption at the bottom right: "Embarkation of Portuguese soldiers for the forces"). This layout, focused on visual impact and international news, reflects the graphic style of wartime press.

The upper left corner displays the "D.I. Dimanche Illustré" logo on a red background, with the price "1.50" and the date "May 1941" clearly legible. At the bottom of the page, a red banner reads "Le Maréchal en Béarn", announcing an exclusive photographic report inside, a detail typical of periodicals of the time.

The visible overall condition shows moderate wear on the upper edge and corners, fold marks, and slight discoloration, indicating a period object preserved in its original condition, without visible restoration on the presented face.

This magazine is an authentic example of French press from the 1940s, with strong iconography related to World War II (WW2) and characteristic retro graphics.

Condition

Used item sold as is. Visible wear on the cover (corners, edges), fold marks and small discolorations due to age. The interior is not visible in the photo.

Did you know? "Dimanche Illustré" was a French weekly launched in 1924, known for its photographic reports and striking front pages on international news. During World War II, it covered many major events and remains a valuable witness to the history of illustrated press in France.

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