Unearthed World War II Pictures Show A Never-Before-Seen Side of History

French Refugees

While desperate for safety, many French citizens were forced underground to avoid capture and death from outside forces. These escapees were encamped in a quarry. LIkely, the Germans were above the ground searching for refugees after they invaded France. It was a very scary time for people who were expecting to live a normal life. This lifestyle was anything but...

Hitler's Bunker

For over a decade, Berghof was Hitler's secret mountain hideaway. Sometimes referred to as the Eagle's Nest, the location also served as one of his military headquarters during World War II. There is also some packed history behind these walls. In this house, Hitler and his wife took their own lives to avoid being secured by American troops. His reign of terror ended here. 

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The More You Know

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  • The current U.S. flag was designed by a 17-year-old student.
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  • Charlie Chaplin enrolled in a Charlie Chaplin lookalike competition and he came 20th in rank.
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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.