Reflections of War

Forgotten Photographic Archives of the Second World War

Peter Deleuran

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English

Miscellaneous
01 November 2025

Photographs: collections; Reportage & collected journalism; Anthologies (non-poetry); 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000; Second World War

Our shared destructive past holds the blueprints for avoiding the loss of our shared peaceful future.

Reflections of War is a captivating anthology showcasing 150 rare images from the Second World War. This recently discovered archive of original press negatives has been thoughtfully restored, and the accompanying press notes meticulously researched, to reveal compelling human stories many untold for over seven decades.

These powerful narratives span the breadth of the war, from its earliest days to the chaos of battlefields, from rescue missions to the evolution of wartime technology, and from the quiet endurance of the home front to acts of resistance, liberation and remembrance.

Against the backdrop of one of modern history's darkest chapters, these stories resonate with hope and resilience. Told with emotional depth and historical insight, Reflections of War illuminates the profound experiences of those who lived through the Second World War, offering a poignant reflection on the human spirit in times of turmoil.

AUTHOR: Peter Deleuran has a background in teaching and has studied Comparative Religion, Philosophy, and Psychology as well as Design and Marketing. He has worked with international sales of vintage watches, graphic art, and antiques for over 15 years. For the last 2 years, he has lived in the Swedish archipelago running a café and shop with his fiancée in an old family bakery. He has previously published 3 books and written many articles for historyofyesterday.com, as well as History Today, and Medium. He has been restoring his digital photography archive since 2020.

150 b/w illustrations

By: Peter Deleuran
Imprint: Miscellaneous
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 224mm, Width: 245mm,
ISBN: 9781803998985
ISBN 10: 1803998989
Publication Date: 01 November 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

PETER DELEURAN has a background in teaching and has studied Comparative Religion, Philosophy, and Psychology as well as Design and Marketing. He has worked with international sales of vintage watches, graphic art, and antiques for over 15 years. For the last 2 years, he has lived in the Swedish archipelago running a café and shop with his fiancée in an old family bakery. He has previously published 3 books and written many articles for historyofyesterday.com, as well as History Today, and Medium. He has been restoring his digital photography archive since 2020.

Reviews for Reflections of War: Forgotten Photographic Archives of the Second World War

‘As a career naval officer for over four decades, I have known war throughout my long career. This extraordinary work of photographic literature perfectly illuminates the tragedy and triumph of combat. It illuminates the faces of men and women confronted with their own mortality, fear, and heroism. Above all, the book captures - image by beautifully reconstructed image - the sweep of history in the Second World War. An astonishing work of art.’ -- Admiral James Stavridis, 16th Supreme Allied Commander of NATO and author of <i>The Restless Wave: A Novel of the US Navy in WWII</i> ‘One of the most important collections of World War II photographs to be found in a generation. Deleuran has restored over 150 previously lost photographs and, in so doing, tells a powerful story. These evocative images leave a lasting impression...’ -- Historian Dr Helen Fry