Cats, with their enigmatic charm and often amusing antics, have always held a special place in the hearts of humans. In today's digital age, the internet is overflowing with humorous cat videos and photographs that provide us with regular doses of joy. But what if we told you that this affinity for feline companions is not a recent development? Humans have appreciated images of cats doing crazy things for centuries, and today we have a collection of historical photographs to prove it.
These vintage photographs demonstrate the timeless appeal of cats and prove that our feline friends have been requesting leg rubs and making themselves at home in human beds since the dawn of history.
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