Saturday, April 14, 2012

Norma Jeane Dougherty (aka Marilyn Monroe)

Norma Jeane Dougherty at Capistrano Mission
Norma Jeane Dougherty (aka Marilyn Monroe) at Capistrano Mission (by Andre De Dienes, 1945). 

Marilyn Monroe (1926-1962) spend much of her childhood in foster homes. A few days after her 16th birthday she married the neighbour’s son, James Dougherty (wedding picture), to avoid ending up in an orphanage or foster care again. She began working in a munitions factory spraying airplane parts and inspecting parachutes. In 1946, after she was discovered, she filed for divorce.

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posted by Rob from Amersfoort
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7 comments:

  1. Christine H.April 14, 2012 9:13 PM

    A sweet and normal-looking girl there.

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  2. Nate MaasApril 14, 2012 11:27 PM

    What a cute photo.

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  3. HowardApril 15, 2012 1:08 AM

    Great picture Rob

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  4. Little NellApril 17, 2012 11:33 AM

    That's a shot I've never seen before; she just looks so relaxed and happy.

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    1. Rob From AmersfoortApril 18, 2012 4:14 PM

      It was refreshing to see this pic in the middle of a bunch of 'standard' Marilyn Monroe pics. Especially when you read about her sad childhood background.

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  5. MinnesotastanApril 24, 2012 5:49 PM

    Rob, do you have any notes re the original source for the photo?

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    1. Rob From AmersfoortApril 24, 2012 7:45 PM

      I've added some info and send you some links by mail.

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