1The Flag Raising on Iwo Jima (1945)

Perhaps one of the most iconic war images ever taken, Joe Rosenthal’s photo shows U.S. Marines raising the American flag atop Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima.

It became an enduring symbol of victory and sacrifice during World War II. The image inspired war bond drives, monuments, and countless reproductions, solidifying its place in history.

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