The Terrible and Unexpected Results of Prohibition
Delve into a fascinating chapter in American history with this video, which explains why prohibition failed and shouldn't be attempted ever again
Why Did Old Hollywood Stars Speak With a Specific Accent?
Have you ever wondered why actors from the Golden Age of Hollywood speak with a strange accent? The story behind this accent is something!
Window into the Past: See Today's London as it Was in 1927
This wonderful short film transposes video footage of 1920s London over how it appears today. The result is a marvelous window into the past.
Amazing Re-Touched Photos of England Back in the Old Days
1920s England was the not tremendously jolly, civilized and the most important nation in world politics. These colored photos will show you what it was like.
8 Nostalgic Dance Moves that Took the World by Storm
Do you remember the Jitterbug of the 20's, or the Twist of the late 50's and early 60's? Looking back at the moves that hit it big back then, made me think back to a time gone by.
These Gentle Countryside Paintings Will Brighten Your Day
These gentle paintings of the Cornish countryside by English artist Harold Harvey will transport you to a more peaceful time.
Learn About Photography's History Through These Old Photos
In celebration of the incredible history of photography, here are 12 outstanding photographic 'firsts' that span the last couple of centuries.
Experience the Entire 20th Century in 16 Minutes!
This video takes on the impossible mission of summing up the 20th century using fascinating archival footage. Experience 100 years in just 16 minutes!
How Come Humans are The Only Species To Have Language?
Language allows us to express an unlimited number of things, and humans are the only species capable of it. How did all came to be?
Celebrities of the Past In the Most Fascinating Photos
These rare images capture celebrities, royalty and scientists as you've never seen them before. Be sure to check out this extended picture gallery.
13 Colorized Historical Pics You Shouldn’t Miss!
The past comes to life in these beautifully-colorized historic photographs.
Do You Remember These Foods from the Past?
When is the last time you had congealed salad? Or used Crisco? These 8 foods were once extremely popular, but have fallen out of favor today
12 Vintage Items of the Past Found by Chance
There is a certain kind of fascination in seeing ordinary items of the past, especially when you come by them by complete chance...
Can You Believe These Words Didn’t Exist Before the 1970s?
When a new words spreads it seems it's been around forever. But in reality, many of the words we use everyday are quite new. These didn't exist before the 1970s.
8 Movies Based on Incredible True Stories
Life has a way of outdoing fiction sometimes, and these 8 movies based on incredible true stories, prove it.
How the World’s Movie Capital Moved From New Jersey to LA
You might be surprised to find out that Hollywood's original location wasn't LA but Fort Lee, New Jersey!
Why Tamara de Lempicka Was a Groundbreaking Art Icon
Get to know Tamara de Lempicka - a groundbreaking Art Deco painter and a symbol for women's liberation, who ruled the art scene in the 1920s.
9 ‘Current’ Words That Are Much Older Than You’d Guess
Hipster, Influencer and Dude - all these words sound so quintessentially modern, but you'd be surprised to learn how old they actually are.
Artist Creates Realistic Portraits of Roman Emperors!
You’re probably familiar with names like Augustus, Nero, and Caligula. This is how they would have looked like in real life...
Fun History: How Pink Became the ‘Official’ Girls’ Color
It seems like a natural law of the world at this point, but actually, pink wasn’t always associated with girls. This video explains how the phenomenon began.
A Nostalgic Yet Funny Routine by George Carlin Circa 1965
Today we know him as one of the mot successful comedians but, in 1965 George Carlin was only starting his career. This stand up routine might get you motalgic...
The 5 Oldest Actors From the Golden Age of Cinema!
Some actors have been around since the inception of the first major feature films and the rise of Hollywood, like these 5 legends!
The True Origin of the Word ‘Like’ May Surprise You
It’s everywhere, and everyone uses it without even noticing. So why do we even say the word 'Like' in the middle of sentences
These Amazing Photos Capture Coney Island In Its Heyday
Comey Island is iconic as a New York City destination, and that's due to its many amusement attractions. Take a look of what it was like back in its heyday.
Have You Seen Such Great Vintage Photos Before?
Vintage photos always leave us with a sense of great nostalgia, and the 25 you're about to see are no exception. Here are 25 of them from times gone by.
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