1945 Rare aerial photograph of the landing craft approaching Iwo Jima in their attempt to take the strategic stronghold. With Mt. Surabachi dominating the photo, the wake created by hundreds of landing craft as they approach makes for an artistic and important reminder of the scale of the attack. A fine image from the Associated Press that is stamped on the back (1950's stamp) and with a later paper caption as well. The stamp puts this photo at about the ten year anniversary of the event (vintage 2) and the paper caption was added later on the 20th anniversary and is clearly later than the stamp which is the most important!
Size: 7x9
Designation: Vintage 2
Condition: 4.5/5
Quality: 4.5/5
Overall Grade: 9/10