Original vintage Japanese photograph dating from the WWII Imperial Japan era, believed to be from the late 1930s to 1940s. The image depicts two young military academy or cadet school students seated at desks in a classroom environment wearing period Japanese uniforms.

A particularly notable historical detail is the portrait displayed on the classroom wall, which bears a strong resemblance to Hideki Tojo, the wartime Prime Minister of Japan during much of the Pacific War in World War II.

Other interesting period details include:

Japanese student/military uniforms

Ink pot and writing instruments

Books and paperwork on desks

Traditional classroom interior

Period wall photographs and décor

Military-style haircuts

This is an authentic original black & white photograph. 

Imperial Japanese militaria

WWII history

original photograph.

Approximate era: 1930s–1940s

Country of origin: Japan

Photograph type: Original silver gelatin print

Colour: Black & white

Format: Unframed photograph

Condition

Good vintage condition consistent with age.

Shows expected signs of age and storage including:

Surface wear and handling marks

Minor edge wear

Light staining/foxing

Age-related toning/discolouration

Marks to reverse

Overall displays very well with clear image detail and strong historical presence.

MEASUREMENTS APPROX 10 X 15 CM

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