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cromag · 06-17-2012, 11:52 PM

You specifically mention WW2, and that the image is "well known."

Was this taken by an American photographer, employed by the government? If that's the case it might very well be in the public domain. I know -- this really only makes it more complicated!

Try looking for your photo here:

http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Graphics.shtml

06-17-2012, 11:52 PM	#14
cromag Surfin the alpha waves ~~ Posts: 26,046 Karma: 459735575 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: New Jersey Device: Jetbook Lite & Mini, Nook STR, Kobo, Hanvon N516, Kindle 2, Androids	You specifically mention WW2, and that the image is "well known." Was this taken by an American photographer, employed by the government? If that's the case it might very well be in the public domain. I know -- this really only makes it more complicated! Try looking for your photo here: http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Graphics.shtml