Often, history feels distant - a collection of names and dates. But sometimes, a single image can bridge the gap. This collection of 17 historical photos includes a variety of images that illustrate remarkable events and everyday life from bygone eras. These windows to forgotten times showcase everything from a Parisian illusionist's ghostly companion (1863) to Victorian mountaineers, including a lady fully dressed and corseted, crossing a crevasse in the Alps in 1900.
Check out the full collection below to experience history like never before.
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15 RARE Historical Photos of World Leaders in Their Youth
Have you seen these extremely rare historical photos before?
30 Vintage Pics That Are Worth More Than a Million Words
Enjoy this great collection of rare historical photos.
17 Amazing Black & White Photos Restored in Color
Enjoy this collection of stunning photos from history beautifully restored in color.
Here Are 18 Rare Photos You Won't Find In History Books
These are the RAREST vintage photos ever...
These Colorized Black & White Photos Bring History Alive
Romanian artist Jecinci colorizes historical black and white photos. Here are some of her best works.
Step Back in Time With These Rare Historical Photographs
Enjoy this new collection of historical photos!
11 Legendary Military Rulers of the Ancient Past
The annals of history are rich with leaders who earned great renown for their courage and skill in battle. These illustrious kings and generals have won eternal renown due to their courage and brilliance.
These Photos Prove: Time & Angle Make All the Difference!
These fascinating comparison photos highlight what a huge difference time angle can make!
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The Bizarre History of the World's Most Stolen Painting
This painting is like a magnet for misdeeds, and was stolen again and again.
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18 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Medieval Times
Watch Medieval Literature Dr. Dorsey Armstrong answer all the important questions related to the Middle Ages.
14 Obsolete English Terms We Wish Were Brought Back!
Over the centuries, so many eloquent and useful English words fell out of use. We wish these 14 clever (but sadly obsolete) terms were used more often.
Famous Moments in History that Never Happened
Chances are you've accepted these nine occurrences as historical fact. But, they are actually, completely false.
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You Won't Believe What This Man Built By Himself!
You won't believe what construction project got this man to work alone and complete the craziest underground cabin. Come and check it out...
21 Fascinating Things You Never Gave Much Thought To
Take a look at 21 strange things that will change the way you see the world.
Meet 10 Teachers Who Made Our World a Better Place
Without the right teacher, educating children and adults alike would be close to impossible, so here's a list of 10 teachers who changed the world!
51 of the Tastiest Cheeses From All Over the World!
In this article you’ll find 51 of the tastiest cheeses from around the world. Some you have probably heard of, while others will be totally new to you!
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Time Travel Back to the 19th Century in This Vintage Video
This amazingly rare footage gives us a peek of different parts of the world from the 19th century.
The 1900s Had Some STRANGE Predictions About Today...
People from the past centuries have made some very bizarre predictions of the 21st century, even famous scientists and writers got things completely wrong!
Improve Your Critical Thinking Skills with These Great Tips
If you want to improve your critical thinking skills then you should take a look at these fantastic tips.
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Astonishing: Can You See This Monochrome Image in Color?
This must be one of the most impressive brain tricks you will ever try!
6 Facts You May Have Not Known About King Charles
Did you ever know Prince Charles also dabbles in art? And what about his musical skills? Let's get those royal facts.
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Why Did Hitler Want to Destroy This New York Basement?
Deep below the halls of New York's Grand Central Terminal theres a secret basement that could have changed the outcome of the second world war...
These 11 Quotes Don’t Belong to Those You Think They Do
Surprising quotations that were completely miscredited. Some have commonalities with the supposed authors, while others are completely off...
These Max Shows Will Keep You Glued to Your Screen
Looking for something new to watch? Check out our latest recommendations...
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Planes Rarely Cross Over the Pacific Ocean, But Why?
Even planes flying directly to Japan from the western US fly all the way through Alaska. Have you even wondered why this is the case?
These Greetings Are For Wishing a Fantastic NEW YEAR!
A New Year is the time for resolutions, a fresh start and general optimism. Share these sentiments with a loved one with one of our amazing greetings.
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Megiddo: The Story of the Oldest Battle in History
Join us as we explore the dramatic events and enduring legacy of this pivotal conflict that shaped the course of human civilization.
6 Ways to Be Liked According to Top FBI Secret Agent
No one knows more about how to gain friends and trust than a top FBI secret agent. Here he provides 6 amazing rules to help you be loved by all.
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Fascinating - Real CIA Experiments of Psychic Powers
There is a US army unit investigating the potential of psychic phenomena. Yes, this is a true story. Learn about their most fundamental experiment here.
18 of the Most Incredibly-Timed Photos You'll Ever See
These photos will leave you in awe of their timing. The visual impact they have is staggering. Take a look at these 18 images.
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Which of These Old Bathroom Features Do You Want Back?
These old bathroom trends have disappeared over time.
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Watch This Hilarious Skit on the Treaty of Westphalia
Watch this hilarious sketch with actors Hugh Laurie and Stephen Fry on the negotiation of the Treaty of Westphalia.
The 20 Most Impressive and Random Collections People Keep
We have all heard of a stamp or comic book collection, but we bet you have never seen collections like these before.
12 Roman Quotes and Proverbs Well-Worth Remembering
Each of these 12 Roman phrase offers a glimpse into the mindset of a civilization that shaped the Western world.
7 Interventions of Mother Nature That Altered History
We tend to forget how much power nature has over us. These are 7 times extreme weather conditions completely changed the course of history.
115 Incredible Facts You Never Knew About Cats!
Cats are the most popular animal on the internet by far, so we made this extensive list of cat facts that will turn you into a feline expert!
These Archeological Finds Continue to Baffle Researchers
Some archeological discoveries that have been made simply cannot be explained away by modern researchers. Here are 15 of these baffling finds.
These Slang Words Are Sure to Tickle Your Funny Bone
We’ve collected 11 silly-sounding slang words starting from Victorian times all the way to the present day so that all of us could have a good laugh!
The Story Behind One of History's Coolest Photographs
The Story Behind Ormond Gigli’s Photo: “Girls in the Windows”
Hilarious: When Words Sound Alike But Mean Different...
Homophones are words that sound exactly the same, but aren't spelled the same and mean something different. Here are 15 that are the wordiest of words.
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15 Historical Photos with a Fascinating Backstory
What story do these 15 photos have to tell? Turns out, quite a lot of stories...
7 of the Most Famous Weddings of the 20th Century
Here’s a closer look at the most famous weddings of the century and the compelling stories behind them.
8 Ordinary English Words With Surprisingly Spicy Origins
The origins of all these 8 seemingly innocent words - e.g. gymnasium, avocado, and nice - are not for the faint of heart, as they're quite naughty!
How About Learning Some Fun SLANG From Colonial Times?
Here are 14 fascinating words from Colonial times that sadly didn’t survive until the present days, but we certainly think they’re worth bringing back!
The Past Was a Surprising and Truly Strange Time...
Here are some truly weird things that people used to do in the past from days gone by.
10 World War I Inventions We Still Use Every Day
From trench coats, to pilates and blood banks, all of these 10 things we think of as very modern were actually conceived during WWI.
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According to the CIA, This Is How Disguises REALLY Work
Ever wondered how spies and intelligence agencies manage to make their disguises look so utterly convincing? Find out here.
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