10 Iconic Photos That Changed History Forever

V-J Day in Times Square (1945)

As word spread that World War II was finally over, pure euphoria erupted in the streets. In a spontaneous burst of joy, a sailor swept a young nurse into his arms and planted a victorious, fiery kiss right in the middle of Times Square. This single, passionate moment became the universal symbol of relief and celebration for an entire nation breathing a sigh of peace.