"60 Years Later: The Beatles' Enduring Impact on America"
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Sixty years ago today, on February 7, 1964, the Beatles arrived in the United States for the first time, marking a historic moment in American popular culture. The iconic arrival at Kennedy International Airport in New York was captured by photographer Harry Benson, who was the only newspaper photographer on the scene and managed to get an exclusive shot of the band as they descended from the plane. This event solidified the Beatles' influence and legacy in the music industry.
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