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About LinkBacksFebruary 23, one of the most iconic photographs of World War II was taken by Joe Rosenthal.
Flag Raising on Iwo Jima
It is a bit advance but since I can't go on the net for a few days I'd might as well post it now.
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February 23, one of the most iconic photographs of World War II was taken by Joe Rosenthal.
Flag Raising on Iwo Jima
It is a bit advance but since I can't go on the net for a few days I'd might as well post it now.
February 23! It's my son's birthday...
Pillage, then burn.
Argue not with dragons, for thou art crunchy and go well on toast.
Well, Happy B-Day to him Shinpachi.Originally Posted by Shinpachi
Quite a picture, and only second to my favorite photograph of the PTO.
Both great pics.
Two more great pics from that day.
The first flagraising and the celebration on top of Suribachi after the 2nd.
TO
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Thanks for the reminder!
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