Iconic imagery

Some say a picture is worth a thousand words. Some of the most iconic images captured during war depict very powerful moments. They have also assisted in shaping modern history. Below are two images that are massively replicated and comes to mind when thinking about the imagery of war.

"The raising of the flag at Iwo Jima is perhaps the most famous war photograph ever. The flag was raised by five US marines and one navy corpsman atop Mount Suribachi in 1945. Iwo Jima was the first piece of Japanese national soil to be captured by the Americans "

  

"This particular photo commemorates the spontaneous event that occurred in Times Square when victory over Japan was proclaimed by President Truman. Since then, the photograph has come to represent VJ Day and the end of WWII "

  There are many photos that you come across that depict vial occurrences while fighting a war. The gruesome pictures of death and defeat encompass an individual’s mind when visualizing combat. But I wanted to focus more on a lighter more blissful note. Too many times we are reminded of the negative effects of war. The pictures above release a sensual feeling of accomplishment and freedom. These images are iconic for a reason. Many like to reflect back on these pictures to hold on to peace and hope.

It is always good to be reminded of the good times while being a soldier. It allows for these strong men and women to embrace the changes that have been made in America, because if it haven't been for them these changes might not even be possible. Every victory is a milestone in American history and something that should be celebrated for many years to come. The way we document these historical moments is through photography. Photography is a essential part of history and reflecting back on our actions.