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politics1 year ago•3 min saved

"VA Secretary Rescinds Memo Banning Iconic WWII Kiss Photo"

The Department of Veterans Affairs initially ordered the removal of the iconic World War II photo of a sailor kissing a woman in Times Square due to it being deemed a "non-consensual act," citing a no-tolerance policy toward sexual harassment and assault. However, VA Secretary Denis McDonough intervened, stating that the photograph can remain in VA facilities. The photo, taken on V-J Day in 1945, has sparked debates on consent and historical appropriateness, with different individuals claiming to be the couple in the picture. The decision to remove the photo was met with criticism, and the VA has emphasized its commitment to creating a trauma-informed environment while making its facilities more welcoming to all veterans.

via Military.com|

#department-of-veterans-affairs #historical-perspective #iconic-photo

world-news1 year ago•1 min saved

"VA Reverses Ban on Iconic V-J Day 'Kiss' Photo After Backlash"

The Veterans Affairs secretary reversed a memo that sought to ban the display of the iconic "V-J Day in Times Square" photo, which depicts a sailor kissing a woman at the end of World War II, citing it as a non-consensual act. The photo, known as "The Kiss," was to be removed from all VA health facilities, but the decision was quickly rescinded after it sparked controversy on social media. The woman in the photo, Greta Friedman, had stated that the kiss was not her choice, and the photo has been a subject of debate regarding consent.

via The Associated Press|

#iconic-photo #sexual-harassment-policy #v-j-day

space1 year ago•2 min saved

"40 Years On: NASA's Iconic First Untethered Spacewalk in Thrilling Photos"

On February 7, 1984, NASA astronaut Bruce McCandless II made history by becoming the first human to perform an untethered spacewalk, using the Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU) during the space shuttle Challenger mission STS-41-B. McCandless orbited Earth for 1 hour and 22 minutes, captured in iconic photos by Robert "Hoot" Gibson, and his famous quip referenced Neil Armstrong's moon landing. McCandless passed away in 2017, and his MMU is now on display at the National Air and Space Museum's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Virginia.

via Livescience.com|

#astronaut #bruce-mccandless-ii #iconic-photo

space-exploration1 year ago•1 min saved

"40 Years On: The Iconic Untethered Spacewalk Photo and Its True Story"

The iconic NASA photo of astronaut Bruce McCandless floating in space was captured 40 years ago, with the sun's glare causing him to appear faceless, allowing anyone to imagine themselves in the suit. Fellow astronaut Robert "Hoot" Gibson preserved the moment using a Hasselblad camera, showcasing Earth's horizon and matching the Space Shuttle Challenger's orbit. McCandless, serving as CAPCOM on the Apollo 11 mission, was debuting the hand-controlled Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU) backpack, which allowed him to fly freely in space without a lifeline, showcasing the advancements in space technology and the challenges faced by astronauts.

via Supercar Blondie|

#astronaut #iconic-photo #nasa