Mathew Brady (1823-1896) was one of the most prolific photographers of the nineteenth century, creating a visual documentation of the Civil War period (1860-1865). During the Civil War, Brady and his associates traveled throughout the eastern part of the country, capturing the effects of the War through photographs of people, towns, and battlefields. Additionally, BradyContinue reading “57 Amazing Vintage Photos of Women Taken During the American Civil War in 1863”
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17 Interesting Portrait Photos of a Young Salvador Dali
Salvador Dali is the most famous of the Surrealist artists. His ability to shock and entertain made his paintings popular to many people. Many of today’s artists have been inspired by Dali’s work. Salvador began drawing and painting while he was still young. He painted outdoor scenes such as sailboats and houses. He also paintedContinue reading “17 Interesting Portrait Photos of a Young Salvador Dali”
36 Incredible Photos of Londoners during the Blitz in 1940 & 1941
The Blitz was a German bombing campaign against the United Kingdom in 1940 and 1941, during the Second World War. The term was first used by the British press and originated from the term “Blitzkrieg”, the German word for ‘lightning war’. The Germans conducted mass air attacks against industrial targets, towns, and cities, beginning withContinue reading “36 Incredible Photos of Londoners during the Blitz in 1940 & 1941”
27 Wonderful Vintage Photos of Life in England in 1960.
Black and White Photographs of Daily Life in England in 1960.
50 Glamorous Photos of Actress Ella Raines in the 1940s
Born 1920 near Snoqualmie Falls, Washington, American film and television actress Ella Raines studied drama at the University of Washington and was appearing in a play there when she was seen by director Howard Hawks. She became the first actress signed to the new production company he had formed with the actor Charles Boyer, B-HContinue reading “50 Glamorous Photos of Actress Ella Raines in the 1940s”
80 Amazing Black and White Photographs Show the World From the 1940s to the 1960s
Édouard Boubat was born in Montmartre, Paris in 1923. He studied typography and graphic arts at the École Estienne and worked for a printing company before becoming a photographer. In 1943 he was subjected to service du travail obligatoire, forced labour of French people in Nazi Germany, and witnessed the horrors of World War II.Continue reading “80 Amazing Black and White Photographs Show the World From the 1940s to the 1960s”
Early Edwardian Life Through the Lens of Émile Zola
Born 1840 in Paris, French novelist, playwright, journalist Émile Zola was also the best-known practitioner of the literary school of naturalism, and an important contributor to the development of theatrical naturalism. Zola was a major figure in the political liberalization of France and in the exoneration of the falsely accused and convicted army officer AlfredContinue reading “Early Edwardian Life Through the Lens of Émile Zola”
Child Labor in America – 25 Amazing Vintage Photographs That Show Boys at Coal Mines in the Early 20th Century
After the Civil War, the availability of natural resources, new inventions, and a receptive market combined to fuel an industrial boom. The demand for labor grew, and in the late 19th and early 20th centuries many children were drawn into the labor force. Factory wages were so low that children often had to work toContinue reading “Child Labor in America – 25 Amazing Vintage Photographs That Show Boys at Coal Mines in the Early 20th Century”
37 Vintage Photos of Chicago in 1941
In the depths of the Great Depression, the United States government created the Resettlement Administration to help provide relief for drought-stricken and impoverished farmers. The RA was restructured and renamed the Farm Security Administration in 1937. One of the FSA’s most notable efforts was its small team of documentary photographers, who traveled the country recordingContinue reading “37 Vintage Photos of Chicago in 1941”
62 Interesting Behind-the-Scenes Photos From the Filming of ‘Casablanca’ in 1942
‘Casablanca’ is a 1942 American romantic drama film directed by Michael Curtiz and based on Murray Burnett and Joan Alison’s unproduced stage play Everybody Comes to Rick’s. The film stars Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Paul Henreid; it also features Claude Rains, Conrad Veidt, Sydney Greenstreet, Peter Lorre, and Dooley Wilson. Set during World WarContinue reading “62 Interesting Behind-the-Scenes Photos From the Filming of ‘Casablanca’ in 1942”
