An American flag waves behind them as a couple kiss goodbye. In celebration of Valentine's Day, here are images of couples kissing goodbye as soldiers depart New York's Penn Station for World War II in April 1943.
A kiss goodbye —
An American flag waves behind them as a couple kiss goodbye. In celebration of Valentine's Day, here are images of couples kissing goodbye as soldiers depart New York's Penn Station for World War II in April 1943.
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Although the sailor has been overseas before, he stands tenderly close to his sweetheart as they say their goodbyes once again.
A kiss goodbye —
Although the sailor has been overseas before, he stands tenderly close to his sweetheart as they say their goodbyes once again.
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A couple embraces as others look on.
A kiss goodbye —
A couple embraces as others look on.
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Clasping his hands, a woman kisses her beau before he departs.
A kiss goodbye —
Clasping his hands, a woman kisses her beau before he departs.
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A soldier wraps his arms around his lover as they bid farewell.
A kiss goodbye —
A soldier wraps his arms around his lover as they bid farewell.
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A kiss goodbye —
A woman grasps her loved one as they kiss goodbye. See more photos at Life.com.
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