History in Pictures


On March 8, 1979, Philips unveiled the optical digital audio disc, otherwise known as a compact disc

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On Central Park South, next to the Plaza Hotel, the ASPCA offers free water for horses, July 1952

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This 4.3 km long road in France is a road for only a Few Hours a day. Then it disappears underwater twice a day.

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Women submerged five sets of her fine china underwater before evacuating due to fires in Northern California in 2018

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Aircraft incident, 1920s

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The oldest known wooden structure is 476,000 years old, found in Zambia, it suggests early humans built much earlier than thought

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The recent discovery of a staircase in the desert near the Giza Plateau has prompted significant interest and inquiry

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This photo was taken in Glacier National Park in the province of British Columbia and shows a train rumbling through snow banks as high as the train itself! Photograph by Parks Canada

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The zeppelin era peaked with Hindenburg. A mechanic checks an engine during a 1936 flight.

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Rare photo said to capture all planets including Earth at once for the first time ever. Photo by Josh Dury, England.

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Prayer time in the nursery (Five Points House of Industry, New York. Photo by Jacob Riis, ca. 1889)

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A person walking their dog on the Brooklyn Bridge during a snowy day

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The Prometheus statue and fountain, Rockefeller Center, ca. 1933-38

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Cool picture taken from New Jersey!

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A couple touring Balanced Rock in the Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 1920

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Housewives pick up wine from a local delivery van in post-war France 1950s

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A man and his paneled den, 1965.

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Anne Frank’s father Otto revisits the attic entrance where he and his family hid for two years before their betrayal. Amsterdam. 1960

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Giant waterpark in Qatar

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Lan Party From 2002

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No rubbish, plastic bottles, cigarette buds or debris. Flood in Japan looks like a swimming pool…

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This head stone is in the middle of nowhere Wood county. Mr Coleman died 153 years ago. He was 45 years old. When he was born, Texas was part of Mexico.

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Cathedral Cove’s Floating Rock

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Wildlife photographer sits in an igloo for days to get the perfect shot.

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A Glasgow building during demolition (1972), showing soot trails to chimneys

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1917 Times Square taken from the 16th floor of the Times Building

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Apple II Computers II production line in California 1980s

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Clam seller in Mulberry Bend, New York, 1900

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A group of girls rocking styles from the 1980s.

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1968 Cadillac Showroom

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The lottery used by the Selective Service to determine who would be drafted for Vietnam first. In each capsule is a day of the year, determining the order of draftees by their birthday. Washington D.C. 1969
The lottery used by the Selective Service to determine who would be drafted for Vietnam first. In each capsule is a day of the year, determining the order of draftees by their birthday. Washington D.C. 1969

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Rows upon rows of US B-17 Flying Fortresses, now no longer of use, sitting at Kingman Army Airfield in Arizona, US, 1945. Many were basically brand new, but would end up being scrapped in the post-war years.

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A flying car from 1948 (Convair Model 118 ConvAirCar)

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A US airman and his girlfriend in Saigon. South Vietnam, 1971.

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This large grocery store was neat and well-stocked in the 1920s, with no plastic packaging in sight.

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The notion that beauty and legs sell tech was exploited to grotesque ends during the era of the early computer systems. Here’s an example, an computer ad from the 1980s

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New York City’s Swimmobile 1970s

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PC gaming in the 1990s as illustrated from this magazine.

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Patrick Swayze resting with his cat in the final stages of his battle with cancer. This photo was released by his wife after his death in 2009.

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North Carolina 1939

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Amazing view of New York City in 1931 by airship. The skies were filled with airships in this photo

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This was the 8th grade exam to move on to the next grade in 1912. How does this compare to what is taught at our schools today

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42nd Street in New York City in 1982

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Can anyone identify this holiday item?

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The Sears Roebuck catalog assembly line in 1942.

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Art installation in Spain

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In the 1950s, as car culture took hold across America, speeding became a growing concern for law enforcement. Roads were improving, cars were faster than ever, and drivers often tested the limits

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dubai progress

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American Natural History Museum back room

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President Calvin Coolidge in New York standing beside a Buick Sedan with New York plates. Note radio aerial wires on back of car and loud-speaker on the running board. The radio was installed by RCA

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Crosby St., SoHo—When It Was Still a Place with Lots of “Hole in the Wall” Funky Hangouts

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Phone Booths at 42nd Street, NYC (1970s)

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1904 NYC Simpson Crawford Co. 6th Ave and 19th.-20th streets Atrium of the dept. Store decorated for Easter

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55 years ago today, March 18, 1970, Mary Tyler Moore tosses her hat in the air in downtown Minneapolis for the iconic scene in the open of The Mary Tyler Moore show

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1984 Saturday Night at the Fun House

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JFK with daughter Caroline wearing a JFK mask, 1962.

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James Cameron on the set of Titanic

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The Presto Whip building in Dearborn, Michigan, 1976

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An 8 year old prodigy, Samuel Reshevsky, defeating French masters in 1920

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A woman modelling a gown, 1902

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Churchill and Eleanor Roosevelt at Franklin Roosevelt’s grave

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28-year-old Jenny Joseph posing for Columbia Pictures Logo, 1992

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Group Selfie’s in 1920

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Bill Watterson, Creator Of Comic Strip “Calvin And Hobbes” (1986)

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US president Jimmy Carter and an aide hop a fence at LaGuardia airport in New York City. 1976.

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Rolling to Work, 1940’s.

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Gary Anderson, the guy who, at age 23, designed the recycling logo for a contest in 1970

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The shambles in York (UK) inspiration for Diagon Alley from Harry Potter. Late 1800s and Today

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JFK lived with his sister Eunice for 3 years during his time as a congressman in the late 1940s. Here they are photographed together in the house itself, located on 34th Street NW, Washington D.C… He would later end up moving out in 1951

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Pink Floyd plays in Venice 1989

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Alexandre Gustave Eiffel, left, explores the completed tower with a friend, 1889

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What a difference ten years makes

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Bruce Lee and Kareem Abdul Jabbar, 1972

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18 year old inventor, H. Day, wearing headphones attached to a wireless under his top hat. May 1922

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Bike gang in Manhattan, New York 1970s

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Actual photo of Albert Einstein lecturing on the Theory of Relativity, 1922

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Penn & Teller circa 1980

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John Candy took this photo of Conan O’Brien while Conan was his tour guide at Harvard University in 1984. Conan recalled asking Candy for advice about trying comedy during his visit and said John quickly responded, “It’s not something you try, you do it, or you don’t do it.”

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The last Queen of Mongolia 1920

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Racing cars on the roof of the Fiat factory, Turin 1923.

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Paul Hogan, meeting the Queen. 1980

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The first ever penny ALLEGEDLY designed by Ben Franklin.

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Portrait of a Group of Lumberjacks.

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The first class gymnasium on board the Titanic.

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Behind the scenes photos from the making of the first Godzilla movie, 1954

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A boy enjoys his ice cream as he sits on a sea mine washed up on the beach at Deal in Kent, February 1940

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Warehouse of steel floats for anti-submarine nets, 1953

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Maria Branyas when she was 7 and she was 117, She is an American-born Spanish supercentenarian who, at the age of 117 years, 111 days, has been the world’s oldest verified living person
Maria Branyas when she was 7 and she was 117, She is an American-born Spanish supercentenarian who, at the age of 117 years, 111 days, has been the world’s oldest verified living person

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The GE wall refrigerator-freezer was introduced in 1955. There was no need to bend or stoop for foods because everything could be seen at a glance!
The GE wall refrigerator-freezer was introduced in 1955. There was no need to bend or stoop for foods because everything could be seen at a glance!

I’d buy that actually :slight_smile:
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6-year old Carrie Fisher watching her mom, Debbie Reynolds, perform at the Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas in 1963

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A man posing with a donkey in his lap, 1910s

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Hard to believe this is the Empire State Building in 1941. No other tall skyscrapers surrounding it.

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Mugshots! Whose up for a round of guess that puss!

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Arnold Schwarzenegger with his older brother Meinhard in 1967. Four years later, Meinhard died in a car crash in May 1971. He was driving drunk and died instantly. Arnold did not attend his funeral
Arnold Schwarzenegger with his older brother Meinhard in 1967. Four years later, Meinhard died in a car crash in May 1971. He was driving drunk and died instantly. Arnold did not attend his funeral

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Three lacemakers meticulously working on delicate lace in Brittany, France, 1920. Their skilled hands weave intricate patterns, continuing a centuries-old tradition of craftsmanship in the region.

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The Temple of Isis at Philae, Egypt, flooded during the early 20th century, captured here between 1900 and 1920. The temple, once an important site for ancient worship, stands partially submerged
The Temple of Isis at Philae, Egypt, flooded during the early 20th century, captured here between 1900 and 1920. The temple, once an important site for ancient worship, stands partially submerged

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An American baseball team visits the Sphinx in Cairo, Egypt, on February 9, 1889. This historic moment captures the team’s journey abroad, blending American sports culture with the ancient wonders of Egypt.
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Jerusalem The road from Jaffa Gate to Bethlehem 1900
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A view of a Busy street of Jerusalem in 1915

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Jerusalem 1948

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A 5MB IBM hard drive being loaded onto an airplane in 1956. This early data storage device, weighing over 2,000 pounds, marked a groundbreaking step in computing

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A train passes through densely packed housing along Kensal Rise, London, England, in March 1921. This scene captures the rapid urbanization of London during the early 20th century
A train passes through densely packed housing along Kensal Rise, London, England, in March 1921. This scene captures the rapid urbanization of London during the early 20th century

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Holland House Library, severely damaged by a bombing from the German Luftwaffe during the London Blitz in September 1940.

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Men lining up at the Custom House in Victoria, British Columbia, on February 12, 1898, to purchase miner’s licenses during the Klondike Gold Rush. This historic scene captures the feverish excitement of the gold rush

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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, 1875

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I can’t find the information for this picture but I think it is from the 1970’s in Canada.

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A brave woman sits in a wagon reserved for white people in defiance of apartheid laws, protesting against racial segregation in South Africa. This act of resistance took place in 1952

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Camouflage over the Lockheed Aircraft plant in Burbank, California, during World Wạr II, disguising it as sparsely populated rural area. (1940s)

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New York City, Good Friday April 1956 Left to right 60 Wall Tower, 20 Exchange Place formerly known as City Bank Farmers Trust Co. and 40 Wall Street

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A “prettiest legs” competition in Paris, 1950

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Chuck E. Cheese abandoned in a landfill.

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Old vs. New (note the dog getting shade under the wagon).

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Defeat of Slander -A Statue that Lasted Six Weeks was erected as election propaganda in Times Square by Tammany Hall. After Tammanys candidates lost the election workmen smashed the plaster statue, New York, 1909

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A Peek inside a Music Hall on the Bowery in Mannhattan … (c.1890)

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San Francisco’s Chinatown in the 1950s was a vibrant, bustling neighborhood that stood as a symbol of cultural heritage and community amidst a rapidly changing cityscape

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In the 1950s, downtown Dallas was a thriving urban center that reflected the post-war boom in the United States.

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A group of American GIs at Berchtesgaden, Germany, Fuhrer’s former home, circa 1945

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James Stewart served as a pilot in World War II, initially rejected by the army for being underweight, despite wanting to serve. So, he went home, gained some weight, and was able to enlist.

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Soldiers of 11th Battalion posing on the Great Pyramid of Giza on 10 January 1915, prior to the landing at Gallipoli

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Australians of the Imperial Camel Corps on the sandhills, 1918
Australians of the Imperial Camel Corps on the sandhills, 1918

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Lydia Martinez, aged 19, operates a hydro press that develops pressure up to 4,500 tons and speeds production of parts for Consolidated Aircraft’s B-24 Liberators, PBY Catalinas, and PB2Y Coronados, 1942.

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The Chapter library at the Cathedral of Noyon in France is the oldest library to still be in operation. It was built at the end of the Middle Ages around 1506-1507

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Orange Sellers Jerusalem 1968

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Goat team and carriage, Central Park, 1871

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Nap Time in Kindergarten in the 1950s
The Importance of Nap Time
In the 1950s, nap time was a crucial part of the kindergarten experience. Educational philosophies of the time emphasized the importance of rest for young children to support their growth and development. A typical kindergarten schedule included a dedicated nap time, usually after lunch, when children would lie down on mats or cots brought from home or provided by the school.
Setting the Scene
Classrooms were often arranged with mats or small cots spaced evenly apart, ensuring each child had a comfortable and personal space to rest. Teachers would dim the lights and create a calm, quiet environment conducive to relaxation and sleep. The atmosphere was one of tranquility, designed to help children recharge for the remainder of the school day.
Music for Nap Time
Music played a significant role in setting the tone for nap time. In the 1950s, the selections often included soft, soothing melodies to help children drift off to sleep. Here are some types of music and specific examples that might have been played during nap time:

  1. Classical Music: Pieces like Claude Debussy’s “Clair de Lune” or Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata” were popular choices. The gentle and flowing melodies of these compositions created a peaceful ambiance.
  2. Lullabies: Traditional lullabies such as “Brahms’ Lullaby” or “Hush, Little Baby” were common. These songs had been used for generations to soothe children to sleep and were a staple in many households and classrooms.
  3. Nature Sounds: Some teachers might have used recordings of nature sounds, like the gentle flow of a stream or the soft rustling of leaves. These sounds were believed to have a calming effect, helping children relax and feel at ease.
  4. Popular Music: Occasionally, more contemporary tunes from the 1950s that had a soothing quality might be used. Songs like Nat King Cole’s “Mona Lisa” or Bing Crosby’s “Too-Ra-Loo-Ra-Loo-Ral (That’s an Irish Lullaby)” provided a comforting and familiar backdrop for nap time.
    The Experience
    For many children, nap time was a cherished part of their day. It offered a moment of respite and a break from the structured activities and learning. Teachers played a crucial role in ensuring that this time was both restful and beneficial. They often walked softly around the room, gently patting a back or offering a comforting word to any child struggling to settle down.
    In summary, nap time in the 1950s was more than just a break; it was an essential component of early childhood education. The careful selection of music and the nurturing environment created by teachers contributed to a restful and rejuvenating experience for young children, laying the foundation for a productive and enjoyable school day.

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Back then, no one smiled for photographs. That changed when a pig ran in front of the camera. (1927)

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FDR and his dog

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Damaged, and melted mannequins after a fire at Madam Tussaud’s wax museum in London, 1930

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A French radiographer in his protective gear in 1918

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Bootcamp inspection Great Lakes 1940

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A tower built with barrels of alcohol, which will be destroyed later during the prohibition, 1929

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Judy Garland backstage in Las Vegas after a show in 1961.

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In the early 1980s, renowned American photographer Tod Papageorge spent a month each summer capturing images of tourists visiting the Acropolis in Athens, Greece.

His photographs from 1983 and 1984 document the convergence of ancient history and contemporary life, as visitors explored the historic site.

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An uncommon angle of the Great Sphinx of Giza.

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The 1939 New York World’s Fair featured the iconic General Motors “Futurama” pavilion. Designed by Norman Bel Geddes, this exhibit presented a vision of a future metropolis with sleek skyscrapers and automated highways. The detailed scale model captivated millions, showcasing forward-thinking concepts in urban planning and transportation.
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The former United States Pavilion at Expo 67 in Montréal, Québec, designed by Buckminster Fuller, is an iconic example of Structuralist architecture and Fuller’s visionary approach. Known as the “Biosphere,” this geodesic dome epitomizes Fuller’s exploration of efficient, sustainable architectural forms. Constructed from a lattice of steel and acrylic cells, the structure was designed to be lightweight yet durable, embodying the principles of doing more with less—a key tenet of Fuller’s philosophy. The spherical form maximizes interior volume while minimizing surface area, effectively creating a micro-environment that was ahead of its time in considering ecological impacts and human interaction within architectural spaces.

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Frank Lloyd Wright stands behind his 1945 model of the Guggenheim Museum, showcasing his groundbreaking vision for museum design. Wright’s concept replaced traditional galleries with a spiraling ramp, allowing visitors to experience art through continuous movement. This revolutionary approach embodied his philosophy of organic architecture, which sought unity between structure, purpose, and surroundings. © Getty Images/Ben Schnall

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Buckminster Fuller’s Montreal Biosphere for Expo 67 epitomized his visionary approach to design. This iconic geodesic dome, 76 meters in diameter and composed of interlocking steel triangles, symbolized the harmony between technology, nature, and humanity. In this image, Fuller himself holds a model of the sphere, illustrating his hands-on dedication to creating a structure that reflected efficiency and sustainability. Originally clad in acrylic panels, later lost to fire, the exposed framework highlights his innovative geometric principles. Today, the Biosphere serves as an environmental museum, honoring his legacy.

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In 1937, Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles presented a picturesque scene of festive cheer, embodying the glamour and charm that defined the city in the late 1930s. As the holiday season enveloped the city, the grand avenue became a lively centerpiece of celebration, with holiday lights adorning the streetlamps, storefront windows showcasing elaborate seasonal displays, and the streets filled with both locals and tourists taking in the sights.

By this time, Los Angeles had become a burgeoning cultural capital, drawing visitors from across the country and around the world. Wilshire Boulevard, already famous for its iconic architecture and role as a commercial hub, took on an added layer of holiday magic, as the shopping district flourished with the popularity of department stores like Bullocks Wilshire, which itself was a marvel of Art Deco design. The boulevard was lined with palm trees, their trunks festooned with lights, creating a stark yet striking contrast to the traditional winter imagery associated with Christmas in colder climates.

As Los Angeles entered the 20th century, its holiday traditions reflected both the city’s unique landscape and its growing influence in the entertainment industry. In the 1930s, Wilshire Boulevard was often portrayed in films and photographs as a symbol of luxury and optimism, a place where dreams could come true. The Christmas season, with its vibrant decorations and festive spirit, contributed to the sense of excitement and wonder that defined the city’s cultural identity.

This snapshot from 1937 captures not only a moment in time on one of the most famous streets in the world but also a snapshot of Los Angeles’ broader evolution as a modern, thriving city. Today, Wilshire Boulevard remains a focal point of L.A.’s history, its significance deeply intertwined with the city’s narrative of innovation, glamour, and endless possibility.

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The Merry Pranksters — author Ken Kesey’s collective of LSD disciples — atop their bus, Further, getting ready to take LSD across America. Date and location unspecified.

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The photo of Tsar Nicholas II with his friends is very amusing. This shot was taken during a golf game in 1899. The playful old men liked to have fun in all probability.

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Imagine standing before the Aztec Sun Stone, an enormous basalt disk intricately carved with hieroglyphic symbols representing the Aztec creation myth and what appears to be calendar signs. Now housed in the National Anthropology Museum in Mexico City, this masterpiece is often referred to as the Aztec Calendar Stone, though its true purpose remains debated. Some anthropologists suggest it was not a calendar but a sacrificial platform, where warriors’ blood was offered to the sun god Tonatiuh, whose face dominates the center of the stone. Measuring 3.58 meters (11.75 ft) in diameter, 98 cm (3.22 ft) thick, and weighing around 24 tons, this extraordinary artifact is believed to have been carved between 1502 and 1521. Over time, its powerful imagery has been embraced as a symbol of Mexican and Chicano cultural identity, appearing in folk art, murals, and modern expressions of heritage.

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Imagine standing before a gleaming bronze sphere in the heart of the Vatican, and sensing something eerily ancient about its form. This modern sculpture, crafted by Italian artist Arnaldo Pomodoro and titled Sphere Within Sphere, bears a strange resemblance to the natural trovants—Romania’s enigmatic “living stones.” While Pomodoro’s creation symbolizes a fractured Earth and the spiritual birth of a new world, trovants are geological curiosities formed over millions of years, with mineral shells enveloping ancient organic fossils. Crack one open, and you might uncover remnants of long-lost life. Though one is human-made and the other a product of deep time, both share a layered design and evoke mystery: one tells of war and rebirth, the other of life entombed and preserved. It’s as if nature and art are mirroring each other, each holding hidden truths at their core.

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Canyon de Chelly, Arizona, 1900.

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In 1908, a photographer and his assistant stand on the edge of the Grand Canyon, Arizona, balancing skill and courage to capture the perfect shot. With a bulky large-format camera mounted on a tripod, every frame required meticulous setup—measuring light, adjusting focus, and often waiting hours for the right conditions. The assistant likely hauled heavy glass plates, chemicals, and equipment across rough terrain. Dressed in period attire—vests, hats, and boots—they worked at the intersection of art and exploration. Their efforts preserved not just an image, but a moment in the early story of American landscape photography.

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Imagine a world where complex calculations took days to complete manually. It was in this context that ENIAC emerged in 1946, revolutionizing computing as the first large-scale electronic computer. Created by John W. Mauchly and J. Presper Eckert at the University of Pennsylvania, its primary purpose was to speed up military calculations, such as those used in ballistics.

Programming the ENIAC was a true challenge: six pioneering women, known as the “ENIAC programmers,” had to manually connect wires and adjust switches to configure each new task. Additionally, the machine used punch cards to store information, a common method at the time.

With 17,468 vacuum tubes, occupying 167 square meters, and weighing 30 tons, the ENIAC performed 5,000 operations per second, an astonishing achievement for its era. Though primitive compared to modern computers, it marked the beginning of the digital age, paving the way for the innovations that shape technology in our daily lives today.

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Olympus Mons, a massive volcano on Mars, stands as the tallest mountain in our solar system. Towering 26 kilometers (16 miles) high and stretching 600 kilometers (373 miles) wide, it dwarfs Earth’s Mount Everest by nearly three times.

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The Stair of Death: The Inca’s Daring Pathway in the Clouds

High in the Peruvian Andes, where the air is thin and the mountains rise like stone sentinels, lies one of the most treacherous remnants of the Inca Empire—the “Stair of Death.” This perilous staircase, carved directly into the mountainside over 600 years ago, is a testament to the engineering brilliance and fearless spirit of the Inca civilization.

Part of the steep ascent to Huayna Picchu, the towering peak overlooking Machu Picchu, these ancient stone steps demand unwavering focus from those who dare to climb them. With near-vertical inclines, sheer drop-offs, and no modern safety measures, the journey is not for the faint of heart. Yet, for those who brave the climb, the reward is breathtaking—a panoramic view of the lost city of the Incas, nestled among the clouds.

Though the name “Stair of Death” adds an air of foreboding, many adventurers successfully conquer the climb each year. The Incas, masters of stonework and mountain travel, built these steps with remarkable precision, ensuring they withstood centuries of erosion. Their design, however, reflects a civilization accustomed to living on the edge—both literally and figuratively.

Was this treacherous path a sacred pilgrimage? A test of endurance for the Inca elite? Or simply a shortcut for those who ruled from the mountaintops? Whatever the case, the Stair of Death remains an awe-inspiring relic, a silent challenge to all who seek to follow in the footsteps of the Incas.

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Imagine standing before a throne that has witnessed the rise of emperors, a silent sentinel to centuries of power and tradition. This is the Throne of Charlemagne, an austere yet profoundly symbolic seat located in Aachen Cathedral. For more than five centuries, from the coronation of Charlemagne in 800 AD until 1531, it was the coronation throne of the Kings of Germany, playing a central role in thirty-one royal ascensions.

Constructed from simple marble slabs held together by bronze clamps, the throne’s unadorned design only adds to its mystique. Some believe the stone may have been repurposed from an even older structure, possibly the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, linking it to the sacred legacy of Christian kingship. Positioned high above the cathedral floor, it was not only a seat of authority but a powerful statement of divine rule.

Today, the Throne of Charlemagne remains one of the most revered artifacts of medieval Europe, standing as a testament to the political and religious influence of the Holy Roman Empire. Its worn surface and timeworn presence whisper of the kings who once sat upon it, their reigns echoing through the corridors of history.

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In 2001, Peta Wilson took part in the Moscow International Film Festival, where she met Russian president Vladimir Putin, who confessed to being a fan of hers. The meeting took place in the country house of Nikita Mikhalkov. Mr Putin enjoyed a cup of tea with leading actors from Russia and abroad, including Jack Nicholson, Lara Flynn Boyle, Sean Penn, Miklos Jancso, Peta Wilson, Andrei Konchalovsky, Oleg Menshikov and Ingeborga Dapkunaite.

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Kim Jong-un attended a Swiss public school, posing as the son of a Korean diplomat under an assumed name. He was two years older than the rest of his class and struggled because he spoke little German. He attended the International School of Berne under the name “Pak Chol” or “Pak Un”

Apparently, he was a big zero in his academics. He never passed any exams and stayed fascinated with basketball (he still is a big basketball fan, by the way) and computer games. The situation went so bad that his father had to take him out of the International School of Berne and got him an admission in a state school, where he was put in a low-tier grade.

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Photograph from the set of their film “HELP”, featuring all four beatles, Paul, John, George and Ringo.

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1952 Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, Henry Ford Museum

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Frank Wills, a night watchman at the Watergate office complex in Washington, D.C., was making his rounds on the night of June 17, 1972, when he noticed a piece of tape he had already removed from the latch of a basement door in the complex’s parking garage had been replaced and called the police. D.C. Metro police officers John Barrett and Paul Leeper, now retired, responded to the call. These photos were taken inside the offices of the Democratic National Committee headquarters after the five Watergate burglars were arrested.

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As Leeper and Barrett worked their way up through the building, they found the doors to the DNC offices also had tape on them. Leeper said he kicked the door open and Barrett pulled out his revolver. “The desk was all ransacked and disheveled,” Barrett said. “We found out later that they were always messed up.”

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James McCord, Bernard Barker, Virgilio Gonzalez, Eugenio Martinez and Frank Sturgis were the five men who had been directed to break into the DNC offices. The break-in was part of Operation Gemstone, a series of secret political tactics orchestrated by G. Gordon Liddy to gather negative intelligence on Nixon’s opponents.

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Leeper and Barrett were working as plain clothes cops that night. When they started turning lights on in the DNC offices, Alfred Baldwin, who was a lookout, told the BBC in a 1994 interview that he radioed G. Gordon Liddy to ask if their guys were in business suits or plain clothes. When Liddy said suits, Baldwin told the BBC he said, “We’ve got a problem.”

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When Leeper and Barrett shouted for the suspects to put their hands up, the officers in plain clothes found themselves facing a group of burglars in business suits. “McCord said to me twice, he said, ‘Are you the police?’ And I thought, ‘Why is he asking such a silly question? Of course we’re the police,’” Leeper said.

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The police uncovered numerous items from the burglars that night. “There were bugging devices…tear gas pens, many, many rolls of film…locksmith tools…thousands of dollars in hundred dollar bills consecutively ordered,” Barrett said.

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The suspects used false names to book Rooms 214 and 314 at the Watergate Hotel to use as a base for the break-in. Officer Carl Shoffler is seen here in plain clothes inside Room 214 during the investigation.

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A Fairy Floss stand, Sydney Royal Easter Show 1950s theme comes to life

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1963, portable Sony television
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How much is beneath our feet

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