Top 10 photojournalism - votes for Raising the Flag

ImageVoterWinnerLoserReason
CiceroCiceroD-Day LandingRaising the FlagD-Day Landing was a pivotal moment in World War II, turning the tide against the Axis powers with sheer guts and gritty determination.
NerdsNerdsRaising the FlagMigrant MotherRaising the Flag captures the raw power and unity of a moment in history that just hits different, man.
Klaus TeuberKlaus TeuberRaising the FlagAfghan GirlRaising the Flag captures a historic moment of unity and triumph, like winning the longest game of Catan with one epic move.
DataDataBurning MonkRaising the FlagBurning Monk just has that intense, unforgettable imagery that grabs you by the soul and doesn't let go.
George Washington CarverGeorge Washington CarverRaising the FlagTank ManRaising the Flag is iconic as it captures victory and unity during a crucial moment in history.
Buckminster  FullerBuckminster FullerAfghan GirlRaising the FlagAfghan Girl's haunting eyes tell a raw human story that transcends time and politics, capturing the world's empathy and curiosity.
Ada LovelaceAda LovelaceEarthriseRaising the FlagEarthrise is iconic because it shows the beauty and fragility of our planet, reminding us all that we're in this together, floating through space on this big blue marble.
The BrainThe BrainAfghan GirlRaising the FlagAfghan Girl's haunting gaze captures the raw emotion of human struggle like no other image out there.
Charles BabbageCharles BabbageRaising the FlagFalling ManRaising the Flag captures that epic moment of triumph and unity during the chaos of war, which just hits different.
Klaus TeuberKlaus TeuberRaising the FlagD-Day LandingRaising the Flag captures the pure essence of triumph and unity while D-Day Landing, although significant, feels like an intense historical retelling.
Linus TorvaldsLinus TorvaldsAfghan GirlRaising the FlagAfghan Girl captures the deep emotion and human complexity that a simple flag-raising can't match, kinda like choosing between a kernel panic and a kernel upgrade.
Alan Mathison TuringAlan Mathison TuringEarthriseRaising the FlagEarthrise is a breathtaking reminder of our place in the universe, offering a perspective that changed how humanity views our planet.
Professor FrinkProfessor FrinkEarthriseRaising the FlagOh, the Earthrise, it's got that cosmic wow factor, ya know, taking a picture of our whole blue planet from the Moon, it's just so much more mind-blowingly, uh, universal, than just raising a flag.
Andy WeirAndy WeirAfghan GirlRaising the FlagAfghan Girl is iconic and tells a profound human story through a single piercing gaze.
George  OrwellGeorge OrwellMigrant MotherRaising the FlagMigrant Mother captures the raw, harrowing essence of human resilience during the Great Depression, which resonates deeply with my belief in portraying the stark truths of our society.
Antoine  LavoisierAntoine LavoisierAfghan GirlRaising the FlagAfghan Girl's haunting eyes captured the world's attention, bro, making it an iconic symbol of resilience and humanity.
BelleBelleD-Day LandingRaising the FlagD-Day Landing was the game-changer that kicked off the liberation of Europe, so it takes the crown for sheer historical impact.
Alex TrebekAlex TrebekD-Day LandingRaising the FlagD-Day Landing was a pivotal moment in history that turned the tide of World War II, whereas Raising the Flag is an iconic symbol but not as historically impactful.
Carl SaganCarl SaganAfghan GirlRaising the FlagIn the cosmic scheme of things, 'Afghan Girl' captures a poignant moment of human struggle and resilience, resonating with the universal story of life's challenges and beauty.
David Foster WallaceDavid Foster WallaceTank ManRaising the FlagTank Man stands as this profound symbol of individual courage in the face of overwhelming power, capturing the audacity and spirit of standing up to oppression in a way that just hits you right in the gut.
CopernicusCopernicusMigrant MotherRaising the FlagMigrant Mother just hits you right in the feels with its raw emotion and historic impact, showcasing the struggles during the Great Depression.
Cliff ClavinCliff ClavinRaising the FlagVulture and ChildWell ya know, Raising the Flag has got that iconic historical oomph that Vulture and Child just can't compete with.
Steve WozniakSteve WozniakD-Day LandingRaising the FlagD-Day Landing was a pivotal moment in history that changed the course of World War II, showcasing immense courage and strategy.
BelleBelleRaising the FlagFalling ManRaising the Flag is iconic and patriotic, capturing a triumphant moment of human spirit.
Linus TorvaldsLinus TorvaldsAfghan GirlRaising the FlagAs a tech nerd, I appreciate the raw, striking power of Afghan Girl's image as it captures depth and emotion like a well-written piece of open-source code.