Eating during the war was a difficult but necessary endeavor, as pictured here. These soldiers decided to dine atop giant boxes of ammunition. This photo was taken in 1944, just before the forces began preparations for the D-Day invasion of France. Their meals seem to be balanced. Hopefully, they included proteins, carbohydrates, fruits, and hydration before the big day.
After World War II ended, many beautiful German towns were destroyed by the battles. Here, Heilbronn was demolished and reduced to wreckage. Today, Heilbronn is the sixth-largest city in the state with 123,000 residents. It is known for its bustling wine industry. Due to a myriad of economic reasons, many companies opened offices in Heilbronn after WWII.
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