Lenny Dykstra
The famous "kissing sailor" photograph represents the emotions of not only a sailor but an entire nation, after realizing the news that World War II had come to an end. No, it's not a picture of a political handshake or an American flag surrounded by soldiers that so effortlessly, yet so poignantly, captures the moment.
Few people know the story behind the famous kiss. After hearing the news that the war was over, the soldier ran into the street, jumping with joy into the arms of a nurse who had her arms open wide. Engulfed in the moment, he took the stranger in his arms and kissed her. Many former sailors have claimed to be "the sailor," but the truth may never be revealed. The photographer, Alfred Eisenstaedt, did not take any notes when he took the snapshot, and therefore he did not record the names of the people in the photo. Little did he know this print would become the manifestation of an entire nation's elation. Glenn McDuffie of Texas has most recently claimed to be the sailor in the picture. He enlisted the aid of forensic artist, Lois Gibson, in addition to various polygraph tests, to prove that he is the kissing sailor. Gibson had McDuffie re-enact the pose to study and record all of the measurements to determine if his allegations were in fact true. She compared the measurements of his hand, ear, wrist and hairline with those in the original picture, and she affirms that McDuffie is the kissing sailor. While determining the identity of the two individuals is certainly amusing, the value of the photograph has little correlation with the names of the individuals posing in the picture. Perhaps anonymity even gives it more meaning, by maintaining the identities as an American sailor and a beautiful nurse, making it more universal. The Players Club values the simpler moments in life just as heavily as it does those that are perceived as "supposed to be" special. By guaranteeing recurring cash flow to professional athletes through our strategic partner, along with a membership to an elite club, we hope to create a page in your photo album, of not only financial security but rather a life of utter happiness. Always remember: Life is a journey; enjoy the ride
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