Thousands of Canadians spent the Second World War in German prisoner of war camps. Daily routines helped them hold on to a sense of normal life, but the holidays brought a sharper feeling of distance. This photograph from Stalag VIII B shows a small barrack decorated for Christmas, a quiet effort to create warmth, light, and community. We can learn more about these moments through our digital archives. https://www.warmuseum.ca/research-and-collections/collections-highlights Images of prisoner of
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