List of National Geographic cover stories
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National Geographic is an American magazine noted for its cover stories and accompanying photography.[1][2][3] This is a list of National Geographic cover stories including writers and photographers[4] starting in July 1959, when the magazine started featuring photos on the front cover.
For 2024 cover stories, see list of National Geographic cover stories (2020s).
National Geographic was first published in October of 1888[5] with the first photo to appear on the cover in July 1959, that of an American flag.[6] Articles include stories about geography, history, nature and science.[4]