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Fair winds and following seas, Quartermaster 1st Class George Mendonsa

The sailor photographed kissing a woman in Times Square at the end of World War II was mourned Friday at a funeral in Rhode Island.

4 years ago

Reporter’s Notebook: Goodbye to a pair of American icons

A reporter recollects meeting the pair of participants in one of the 20th century's most famous photos.

By Mark D. Faram

4 years ago

Sailor in V-J Day Times Square kiss photo to be laid to rest

George Mendonsa's funeral will be held Friday at St. Mary’s Church in Newport, Rhode Island, according to his obituary.

4 years ago

Sailor in iconic V-J Day Times Square kiss photo dies at 95

George Mendonsa was 95.

4 years ago

‘Kissing Sailor’ in iconic photo turns 95

George Mendonsa celebrated his 95th birthday on Feb. 19.

By Mark D. Faram

5 years ago

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