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54 Rare Historic Photos That You Probably Haven’t Seen Before

Usually, when you read a history article or story, it's mostly just dry facts and your imagination. But a photo gives something a bit different... It shows you how something actually looked, letting you understand the historical moment more intimately. Whether...

Usually, when you read a history article or story, it's mostly just dry facts and your imagination. But a photo gives something a bit different... It shows you how something actually...

Historic Glass-Plate Photos From Romania Restored And Turned Into Colorful Art (Part 2)

Continuing with her Dancing with Costică series, Australian artist Jane Long uses photographs from Romanian photographer Costică Acsinte restores, recolours and transforms them into something unexpected! Some people love them and some people hate them but there’s little doubt they all involve...

Continuing with her Dancing with Costică series, Australian artist Jane Long uses photographs from Romanian photographer Costică Acsinte restores, recolours and transforms them into something unexpected! Some people love them and some...

33 Historical Photos of Kids Show That Children Haven’t Changed Much

Children in old photos show us the similarities and differences between their time and ours. The differences will make you reflect on what their lives must have been like; we might notice that children were dressed just like adults, and if...

Children in old photos show us the similarities and differences between their time and ours. The differences will make you reflect on what their lives must have been like; we might...

31 Rolls Of Undeveloped Film By Unknown WWII Soldier Discovered And Restored

About 70 years ago, an unknown soldier in WWII shot 31 rolls of film documenting his experiences during his service. Now, Levi Bettweiser, a collector and restorer of old and historical film, has discovered these photos and rescued them from being...

About 70 years ago, an unknown soldier in WWII shot 31 rolls of film documenting his experiences during his service. Now, Levi Bettweiser, a collector and restorer of old and historical...

169 Powerful Portraits Of The Human Race

Portrait photography and photojournalism are two potentially intense and powerful art forms that don't always get the recognition they deserve, so we thought we should show you some of the most powerful and diverse portraits of people around the world that...

Portrait photography and photojournalism are two potentially intense and powerful art forms that don't always get the recognition they deserve, so we thought we should show you some of the most...

87 Must-See Historic Moments In Photographs

The photograph precipitated a dramatic change in how we perceive history. Amazing historic photos, like the ones in this list gathered by Bored Panda, can make it seem like you were standing right there during that historic moment.

The photograph precipitated a dramatic change in how we perceive history. Amazing historic photos, like the ones in this list gathered by Bored Panda, can make it seem like you were...

Rare Photos Of Audrey Hepburn That Capture Her Iconic Charm

Legendary British actress Audrey Hepburn's face is unforgettable, and most of us, even if we're not historic film buffs, have probably seen it in one place or another. These images, however, owing to their relative rarity, might just help you see...

Legendary British actress Audrey Hepburn's face is unforgettable, and most of us, even if we're not historic film buffs, have probably seen it in one place or another. These images, however,...

Historic Glass-Plate Photos From Romania Restored And Turned Into Colorful Art

The recoloring of old black-and-white photos is an excellent way for modern audiences to re-visit, understand and associate with history. Jane Long, a photographer based in Australia, has taken a collection of old glass-plate images by Romanian photographer Costica Acsinte and...

The recoloring of old black-and-white photos is an excellent way for modern audiences to re-visit, understand and associate with history. Jane Long, a photographer based in Australia, has taken a collection...

Rare Historical Photos Show 1910s Imperial Russia In Glorious Color

Given how many historical photos are video are shot in black and white, many of us can forget that the past was also in full color – we just don't get to see it. However, these photos of Russia in the...

Given how many historical photos are video are shot in black and white, many of us can forget that the past was also in full color – we just don't get...

40 Must-See Photos From The Past

These 40 photographs all tell stories about the historical figures or events that they represent. Once taken simply to document their present, they now help us witness the past. From historical landmarks and famous people to the basic daily routines of...

These 40 photographs all tell stories about the historical figures or events that they represent. Once taken simply to document their present, they now help us witness the past. From historical...