Original 1947 Associated Press wire photo showing flooding in Fort Dodge, Iowa after heavy rainfall caused the Des Moines River to rise. The original caption states that floodwaters surrounded homes following record overnight rainfall, with the city's waterworks visible in the background. The original news caption remains attached. This photograph originated from a large newspaper archive assembled and retained by a Pennsylvania newspaper near Pittsburgh. Measures approximately 8¼ x 8¼ inches. There is curling, edge wear, and handling wear consistent with age and newspaper archive use. A small section of black paper backing remains attached to the reverse. Please see photos.
