Original 1947 Associated Press wire photo showing the eruption of Mount Aso in central Kyushu, Japan. The original caption states that a massive cloud of smoke billowed from the volcano on May 28, 1947, shortly after the eruption began. Mount Aso, one of Japan's most active volcanoes, has experienced eruptions at intervals since 553 A.D. The dramatic image captures the immense scale of the eruption plume rising from the volcanic crater. The original news caption remains attached to the mount. This photograph originated from a large newspaper archive assembled and retained by a Pennsylvania newspaper near Pittsburgh. Measures approximately 8 x 7¾ inches. Exhibits expected age, handling wear, corner wear, and minor imperfections consistent with newspaper archive use. Please see photos.
