German civilians, carrying white flags, approach an American M5 Stuart light tank on a street of a Bavarian village; early 1945. 

Sign of surrender

An American M4A3 (76) W HVSS "Sherman" tank from the 14th Armored Division in the commune of Ohlungen, north-eastern France, 20 miles north of Strasbourg. The crew is seen repairing the radio. Also, the tank is shielded with a layer of sandbags for extra protection; January-February 1945.

Why take chances

German prisoners of war marching between a disabled M4 Sherman tank and a litter-jeep; Battle of the Bulge, the Ardennes, Belgium, January 1945.