Glenn Edward McDuffie was the sailor grabbing and kissing a nurse in the middle of Times Square after finding out WWII was over. The photo was shot August 14, 1945.
He passed away March 9. He was 86.
Smooching WWII sailor dies
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Glenn Edward McDuffie was the sailor grabbing and kissing a nurse in the middle of Times Square after finding out WWII was over. The photo was shot August 14, 1945.
He passed away March 9. He was 86.
RIP, I remeber that picture from magazines, very few people know who the sailor was.
Neesy
#1 fan (Annie Wilkes cousin) 1st cousin Mom's side
and apparently lots of men came forward claiming to be that same sailor!
...he was quoted as saying that finally being recognized was one of the greatest joys of his life...abundant winds and smooth seas my friend...
Neesy
#1 fan (Annie Wilkes cousin) 1st cousin Mom's side
That's good he was finally validated!
Truth behind World War II iconic kiss revealed | WJLA.com
Here is a link to the woman who says she was the nurse!
Sailor. God's speed.