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So in the end, Ayres was given an award. He received an MBE in recognition of his heroic efforts. This man was also given a War Medal for bravery at sea. And incredibly, Ayres returned to sea just nine months later. He is a true example that one must face their fears in order to take control of their lives. And this amazing man passed away in 1992.
Here a few photos that were taken during the world war that will surely fill your head with nostalgia… Just imagine how different life must have been then…
Goodbye Kiss
Have you ever thought about how you would feel if you had to leave your loved ones back home to go to a foreign country because of war? Well, to leave your family would be hard. To leave home where the love of your life is, would definitely be one of the toughest things to go through. Look at this touching photo captioned ‘Korean War Goodbye Kiss,’ taken in Los Angeles, Sept. 6, 1950.
Leaving For Egypt
You must have seen so many photos that make your heart melt that was taken during the wartime. Take a look at this photo of American soldiers receiving what could be their last kiss as they board on their ship before deployment all the way in Egypt. This photograph was taken in the year 1963. It must have definitely been heartbreaking to have to leave their loved ones at such a young age.
Kissing In NYC
You must have definitely seen this photo where a sailor is clicked, giving a smooch to his nurse girlfriend. This iconic photo was shot in New York’s Times Square. This is also referred to by many as the mark of the end of World War II, taken in the year 1945. There is so much to celebrate and so these two lovebirds decided to plant one on each other right there on the streets…
Soldiers And Wives
And here we can see some English soldiers who have to bid their wives goodbye as they have to get themselves ready to sail to Egypt. This photo was taken in 1937. Can you feel the love and the longing that was present at this moment just by looking at the photo? To have to leave and fight in the was and put their safety on hold would have been devastating for both parties…