Taj Mahal

Air Force flyers visit the Taj Mahal. Dave Hayward, Hawkins, Tom Dunham, and Richmond. 22nd Bombardment Squadron, in the CBI.

Taj Mahal as seen by GIs of 2005th Ordnance.

Taj Mahal as seen by GI of 2005th Ordnance.

Taj Mahal as seen by GI of 2005th Ordnance.

Taj Mahal under repair. Scenes in India witnessed by American GIs during WWII. For many Americans of that era, with their limited experience traveling, the everyday sights and sounds overseas were new, intriguing, and photo worthy.

Taj Mahal under maintenance (top), and other buildings (below). Scenes in India witnessed by American GIs during WWII. For many Americans of that era, with their limited experience traveling, the everyday sights and sounds overseas were new, intriguing, and photo worthy.

Taj Mahal. Scenes in India witnessed by American GIs during WWII. For many Americans of that era, with their limited experience traveling, the everyday sights and sounds overseas were new, intriguing, and photo worthy.

The Taj Mahal as seen from the air.

GI E. Gartly Jaco tests the depth of the water at the Taj Mahal in 1945.

Taj Mahal, 1945.