London Photo Shared as Women in 1958 Iraq
The photo is taken from a London fashion show in 1962 (Getty).
The Claim
A photo depicts women in 1958 in Iraq.
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Facebook accounts have been circulating a photo for months now claiming it was for ladies in 1958 Iraq.
Photo Description: The screenshot shows the photo allegedly taken in 1958 in Iraq.
Misbar’s Analysis
Misbar investigated the circulated photo and found it misleading. The photo was not taken in Iraq in 1958. Rather, the photo dates back to 1962, and was taken during a fashion show dubbed “Start Living in Courtelle,” organized in London’s Hanover Square, according to Getty.
Translated by Ahmed N. A. Almassri
Misbar’s Classification
Misleading
