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Dancing into the Day! A cheerful young Marine dances the Twist with Jayne Mansfield – US Naval Station in Newfoundland, 1961

In the following image, we see a vibrant Marine cutting a rug with American actress and sex symbol Jayne Mansfield at the US Naval Station in Newfoundland in 1961. Known for her provocative persona, Mansfield was an actress, singer, and Playboy Playmate who had a unique appeal that left her numerous fans wanting more.

In the spotlight, Mansfield was famous for her brazen publicity stunts, often involving “accidental” wardrobe malfunctions. This contributed to the rapid emergence of her persona as a sex symbol shortly after she turned to the entertainment industry. Despite her tragic death in a car accident in 1967 at the age of 34, Mansfield achieved remarkable box office success during her time.