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”
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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”
25 Amazing Photos of Celebrities During the 1950s and 1960s
Sir Cecil Beaton (1904-1980) is one of the most celebrated British portrait photographers of the Twentieth century and is renowned for his images of elegance, glamour and style. His influence on portrait photography was profound and lives on today in the work of many contemporary photographers including David Bailey and Mario Testino. Seeking to pursueContinue reading “25 Amazing Photos of Celebrities During the 1950s and 1960s”
Cat Eye Frames – The Amazingly Cool Glasses Style of Women From the 1950s
Cat eye glasses, sometimes called “cat eyes” or “cat glasses”, are a shape of women’s and sometimes men’s eyewear. They have an upsweep at the outer edges where the temples or arms join the frame front. This glasses style was mainly popular in the 1950s and 1960s. A photo collection that shows women wearing theseContinue reading “Cat Eye Frames – The Amazingly Cool Glasses Style of Women From the 1950s”
40 Wonderful Photos Showing Californian Street Fashion in the Mid-1970s
Fashion in the 1970s was about individuality. Common items included mini skirts, bell-bottoms popularized by hippies, and the androgynous glam rock and disco styles that introduced platform shoes, bright colors, glitter, and satin. Generally the most famous silhouette of the mid and late 1970s for both genders was that of tight on top and looseContinue reading “40 Wonderful Photos Showing Californian Street Fashion in the Mid-1970s”
59 Stunning Photos of Actress Betty Compson From the 1920s and 1930s
Betty Compson (1897-1974) was an American actress and film producer. Most famous in silent films and early talkies, she is best known in her performances in The Docks of New York and The Barker, the latter earning a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress. Born Eleanor Luicime Compson in Beaver, Utah, she droppedContinue reading “59 Stunning Photos of Actress Betty Compson From the 1920s and 1930s”
40 Amazing Photographs of the Battle of the Somme, 1916
The Battle of the Somme, also known as the Somme Offensive, was one of the largest battles of the First World War. Fought between July 1 and November 1, 1916 near the Somme River in France, it was also one of the bloodiest military battles in history. On the first day alone, the British sufferedContinue reading “40 Amazing Photographs of the Battle of the Somme, 1916”
As the Allies Approached Berlin, Citizens Did Their Best to Take Care of Berlin Zoo’s Animals
Opened on 1 August 1844, the Zoologischer Garten Berlin was the first zoo in Germany. The aquarium opened in 1913. The first animals were donated by Frederick William IV, King of Prussia, from the menagerie and pheasantry of the Tiergarten. The nearby U-Bahn station was opened the same year. During World War II, the zooContinue reading “As the Allies Approached Berlin, Citizens Did Their Best to Take Care of Berlin Zoo’s Animals”
