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Category Archives: 1900s
The Evolution of Childhood: Edwardian Era Insights
Nowadays, childhood lasts a long time with children remaining dependant on their parents, sometimes into adulthood, as they take advantage of educational opportunities. But during the Edwardian era, most children left school much earlier and went into the world of work to earn their keep. At this time, further education was typically only available toContinue reading “The Evolution of Childhood: Edwardian Era Insights”
Amazing Vintage Photographs of People at Home From the 1900s
A typical Edwardian interior was something new and cheerful. Fresh and light colors composed most of the interiors in this period. It saw the beginning of a deviation from the formal to informal. Furnitures started being made of bamboo and wicker. They were made in various styles which included baroque, rococo and empire. Modern creativityContinue reading “Amazing Vintage Photographs of People at Home From the 1900s”
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34 Fascinating Photos of Nikola Tesla
Nikola Tesla (10 July [O.S. 28 June] 1856 – 7 January 1943) was a Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, and futurist best known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current (AC) electricity supply system. Born and raised in the Austrian Empire, Tesla studied engineering and physics in the 1870s withoutContinue reading “34 Fascinating Photos of Nikola Tesla”
30 Amazing Portraits of Edwardian Singer and Actress Gabrielle Ray
Gabrielle Ray was an English stage actress, dancer and singer, best known for her roles in Edwardian musical comedies. She was considered one of the most beautiful actresses on the London stage and became one of the most photographed women in the world. Gabrielle Ray, real name Gabrielle Elizabeth Clifford Cook, was born in Stockport,Continue reading “30 Amazing Portraits of Edwardian Singer and Actress Gabrielle Ray”
