Tag Archives: WWII

Long-Lost WWII Shipwreck Where The Five Sullivan Brothers Died Finally Located

The brothers' subterranean grave was discovered on St. Patrick's Day
Posted on March 30, 2018 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Sometimes a bit of closure can arrive late. But, as the saying goes, it’s usually better than never. Such is the case for the Sullivan family. On Nov. 13, 1942, five brothers — George, Francis, Joseph, Madison and Albert Sullivan … Continue reading →

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“The Unity of Life and Death” by Otto Freundlich

Killed by the Germans in WWII, Jewish artist Freundlich left behind an oeuvre that transcends his unjust death
Posted on March 2, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

There’s a prevailing sense of warmth in Jewish artist Otto Freundlich’s The Unity of Life and Death (1936-38). Curved, colorful squares build on one another in the abstract oil painting, inspiring a sensation I can only compare to seeing holiday … Continue reading →

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A Woman’s War: The WWII Photography of Lee Miller

The model-muse turned journalist captured unparalleled, haunting images of death in WWII.
Posted on August 25, 2013 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

For a long time, Lee Miller lived in history as the love and muse of Man Ray. The American artist helped shape her into the Dada-era darling we remember today – who could forget those lips? In recent years, however, … Continue reading →

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