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Released prisoner of war Lt. Col. Robert L. Stirm is greeted by his family at Travis Air Force Base in Fairfield, Calif., as he returns home from the Vietnam War, March 17, 1973. In the lead is Stirm's daughter Lori, 15; followed by son Robert, 14; daughter Cynthia, 11; wife Loretta and son Roger, 12. (AP Photo/Sal Veder)

AP Wirephotos 90th anniversary – the 1970s

AP’s Wirephotos continued to capture the pulse of a world undergoing significant transformation throughout the 1970s. From the Watergate scandal to the end of the Vietnam War, AP photographers documented political upheavals and their profound impact on global audiences, meanwhile chronicling pivotal moments in the environmental movement, spurred by the first Earth Day in 1970, and highlighting the decade’s growing awareness of women’s rights and social justice movements.

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EDS NOTE: GRAPHIC CONTENT - Thich Quang Duc, a Buddhist monk, burns himself to death on a Saigon street June 11, 1963 to protest alleged persecution of Buddhists by the South Vietnamese government. (AP Photo/Malcolm Browne)

AP Wirephotos 90th anniversary – the 1960s

In the 1960s, AP Wirephotos became a vital chronicler of a decade defined by seismic cultural shifts. As the civil rights movement gained momentum, AP photographers captured defining moments such as the March on Washington, bringing the fight for equality into the global spotlight. The photos documented the intensifying Cold War, from the Cuban Missile Crisis to the Vietnam War, offering stark, unfiltered glimpses into conflict zones, as well as the assassinations of J.F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King.

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A firefighter battles the Palisades Fire as it burns a structure in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope)

Gripping visuals from AP capture impact, scale of LA wildfires

When dry conditions and punishing winds sparked the worst fire in Los Angeles history, AP visual journalists were among the first to reach the scene and capture the destruction. Anticipating the wildfires would become a major global story, AP reporters sprang into action to document the rapidly unfolding devastation, resulting in AP’s visual coverage dominating […]

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Rosa Parks, is fingerprinted by police Lt. D.H. Lackey in Montgomery, Ala., Feb. 22, 1956. She was among some 100 people charged with violating segregation laws. Parks, refusal to move to the back of a bus two months earlier on Dec 1, 1955 touched off the Montgomery bus boycott and the beginning of the civil rights movement. (AP Photo/Gene Herrick)

AP Wirephotos 90th anniversary – the 1950s

In the 1950s, AP Wirephotos captured the spirit of a transformative decade marked by post-war recovery, cultural shifts, and the burgeoning Cold War, serving hundreds of news stations in 54 countries. As nations rebuilt and modernized, AP photographers brought iconic moments to global audiences, from the Korean War’s stark realities to the optimism of scientific advancements like the space race’s early milestones. AP Photos documented pivotal social changes, including the growing momentum of the civil rights movement in the United States, with images that highlighted both struggles and triumphs.

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U.S. Marines of the 28th Regiment, 5th Division, raise the American flag atop Mt. Suribachi, Iwo Jima, on Feb. 23, 1945. Strategically located only 660 miles from Tokyo, the Pacific island became the site of one of the bloodiest, most famous battles of World War II against Japan. (AP Photo/Joe Rosenthal)

AP Wirephotos 90th anniversary – the 1940s

In the 1940s, the AP Wirephoto became an essential tool for chronicling the decade's seismic global events. As the world grappled with the upheavals of World War II, AP photographers captured indelible images that brought the realities of war – both on the frontlines and the home front – into sharp focus. Iconic photos, such as the raising of the flag on Iwo Jima, immortalized moments of courage, sacrifice, and resilience, defining the collective memory of the era.

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The German dirigible Hindenburg crashes to earth, tail first, in flaming ruins after exploding on May 6, 1937, at the U.S. Naval Station in Lakehurst, N.J. The 1920s and 1930s were the golden age of dirigibles which crossed the Atlantic Ocean in about three days -- faster than a ship. The Hindenburg was the largest airship ever built at 804 feet long and flew up to 85 miles per hour while held aloft by hydrogen, which was highly flammable. The disaster, which killed 36 people after a 60-hour transatlantic flight from Germany, ended regular passenger service by the lighter-than-air airships. (AP Photo/Murray Becker)

AP Wirephotos 90th anniversary – the 1930s

In a decade marked by the Great Depression and profound global change, AP introduced the Wirephoto service, bringing news images to newspapers and their readers faster than ever before. This collection captures moments of resilience, innovation, and the iconic historical events that defined the 1930s.

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An American flag is mounted on a fence at a farm on U.S. Highway 20 during a blizzard near Galva, Iowa, on Jan. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Spotlight on AP’s visual storytelling

In 2024, AP photojournalists across nearly 100 countries and in all 50 states documented the world’s most urgent stories. From pivotal moments including the attempted assassination of President-elect Donald Trump to the ongoing wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, AP photographers were on the front lines, capturing history as it unfolded. Beyond breaking news, […]

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Syrian opposition fighters ride in a truck in Talhiya, Idlib province, Syria, Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Ghaith Alsayed)

AP swift to the story when Bashar Assad’s government falls

The Syria Team The fall of the authoritarian government of Bashar Assad in Syria to rebel fighters came swiftly and unexpectedly, but AP’s Middle East team was up for the challenge. Beirut-based AP photographer Hussein Malla was the first in, rushing to the border as soon as AP learned that Assad had gone. His photos were […]

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Calling the 2024 presidential race state by state

At 5:34 a.m. ET on Wednesday, The Associated Press declared Donald Trump the winner of the U.S. presidential race.

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Trader Michael Capolino works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

Unlocking revenue streams: how video content drives monetization for news media companies

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, news media companies face the challenge of maintaining profitability while adapting to changing consumer behaviors. As traditional advertising revenues decline, especially in print and broadcast, video content has emerged as a crucial revenue driver for news organizations. By integrating video into their digital strategies, news media companies can tap […]

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Engaging audiences amid news fatigue

Speaking at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at the City University of New York on Thursday, Executive Editor Julie Pace outlined several challenges facing the news industry and steps news organizations must take to address them.

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Courtney Bonnell named national security and foreign policy editor

In a memo to staff on Tuesday, Washington Bureau Chief Anna Johnson and Deputy Washington Bureau Chief Michael Tackett announced that Courtney Bonnell will join AP’s team in Washington as the new national security and foreign policy editor.

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AP Wirephotos 90th anniversary – the 1970s

AP Wirephotos 90th anniversary – the 1960s

Gripping visuals from AP capture impact, scale of LA wildfires

AP Wirephotos 90th anniversary – the 1950s

AP Wirephotos 90th anniversary – the 1940s

AP Wirephotos 90th anniversary – the 1930s

Spotlight on AP’s visual storytelling

AP swift to the story when Bashar Assad’s government falls

Calling the 2024 presidential race state by state

Unlocking revenue streams: how video content drives monetization for news media companies

Engaging audiences amid news fatigue

Courtney Bonnell named national security and foreign policy editor

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