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The Fun and Romance of Being A Broad  

ShaunaODorothy 55T
19 posts
6/27/2014 8:02 pm
The Fun and Romance of Being A Broad
1951, Italy - A young woman walks down a street in Florence, her head held high. All around, men playfully gawk at her grace and beauty. Just then the camera shutter snaps. "American Girl in Italy" is among the most popular snapshots of all time, and it's turning 60 years old this month.

The photo, which was shot in 1951, perfectly captures the fun and romance of being abroad. In honor of its birthday, Ninalee Craig, the subject of the photo spoke with the "Today" show about what happened behind the scenes and what the photo really represents.
ShaunaODorothy 55T
38 posts
8/13/2014 4:33 am

 Ninalee Craig also known as Jinx Allen is an American woman, known for being the subject of a series of photographs by Ruth Orkin the most notable of which is American Girl in Italy.

in 1951, Ninalee Craig went on a six month tour of Europe. While in Florence, Italy, she met photographer Ruth Orkin and the two became friends. Orkin photographed Craig as she walked around Florence capturing images of her shopping at markets, flirting in cafes, viewing landmarks, and other travel experiences. The most iconic of the photos is known as American Girl in Italy and shows Craig walking down a street being ogled by a group of men. Many interpret the photograph as one of harassment and chauvanism. Craig says "At no time was I unhappy or harassed in Europe" and that "[the photograph is] not a symbol of harassment. It’s a symbol of a woman having an absolutely wonderful time!" and "Italian men are very appreciative, and it’s nice to be appreciated. I wasn't the least bit offended"


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