One of the most iconic photos of World War II, Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima Island by photographer Joe Rosenthal has been engrained nationwide into the minds of Americans as a symbol of victory and patriotism.
In the photo, Rosenthal snaps six American marines raising the U.S. flag on top of Mount Suribachi to mark its capture. The flag in question served as the commander-ordered replacement to a much smaller flag, and was hoisted up in order to inspire the troops present for the capture.
Rosenthal’s photo was published a mere two days after its capture, and immediately skyrocketed to fame. It became so famous, and so positively regarded, that Rosenthal eventually won a Pulitzer Prize in Photography for it.
Today the photograph continues to represent America’s role in World War II, and perseveres in inspiring feelings of victory and unity.
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