Magazine Dimanche Illustré 1941 old retro press, Pétain cover, WWII

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Description

This issue of the illustrated weekly magazine "Dimanche Illustré" is dated July 13, 1941, as indicated in the upper left corner of the cover. It is an old French periodical, recognizable by its typical format of the era and its black-and-white presentation with an orange-red border. The front page features a striking title: "ASSAULT ON THE U.S.S.R.", accompanied by several editorial boxes, including a mention of Marshal Pétain presenting a flag to young members of the youth work camps. The price is displayed in the lower left corner: "2 F". The magazine is identified by the acronym "D.I." for Dimanche Illustré, clearly visible on a red background in the upper left.

The central photograph, typical of 1940s photojournalism, shows an official outdoor scene in front of a large crowd. Two main figures are recognizable: a man in military uniform (Pétain, according to the editorial caption) presents a flag to a young man in a work camp uniform, illustrating the visual propaganda of this period. The flag bears the inscription "JEUN...", partially obscured. The framing highlights the solemn and ceremonial aspect, with a composition centered on the exchange of the emblem.

The graphic style, massive typography, and the use of the red and black border around the photograph are characteristic of French weekly newspapers during the Occupation. The paper has an ivory to yellowed hue, typical of period prints, with some visible signs of wear on the bottom edge and marks of age.

The visible format corresponds to a large illustrated newspaper, with no precise dimensions indicated, but the presentation evokes a tabloid format common for illustrated press in the 1940s. No details of the back or interior pages are visible in the photo.

The cover bears specific editorial inscriptions: "IN SYRIA, OUR SOLDIERS RENEW THE FEATS OF THE CRUSADERS (Article page 3)"; "MARSHAL PETAIN PRESENTS THEIR FLAG TO THE YOUTH OF THE CAMPS (continuation of our report on page 9)". These elements reinforce the historical nature of this issue published in the midst of World War II.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of signs of wear, yellowing of the paper, folds, and small marks on the cover, consistent with the age and fragility of the medium.

Did you know? The magazine "Dimanche Illustré" was a popular weekly in France between the two world wars and during the Occupation. It featured illustrated reports, news, and photographs of significant events, playing a role in the dissemination of information and visual propaganda under the Vichy regime.

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