This is one of the most famous photographs in history, symbolizing the end of the Second World War. In the picture, a sailor in a dark uniform passionately kisses a nurse in white right in the middle of Times Square. This moment was captured on August 14, 1945, the day the US learned of Japan's surrender, marking the end of the war.

The streets of New York were filled with joyful people celebrating the victory. In this euphoria, the young sailor grabbed the first woman he saw and kissed her. This spontaneous moment was captured by photographer Alfred Eisenstadt, who worked for LIFE magazine.