Tag Archives: life

25 Vintage Photos of the Crimean War, 1853-1856

The Crimean War (October 1853 – February 1856) was a conflict between the Russian Empire and an alliance of the French Empire, the British Empire, the Ottoman Empire, and the Kingdom of Sardinia. The war was part of a long-running contest between major European powers for influence over territories of the declining Ottoman Empire. MostContinue reading “25 Vintage Photos of the Crimean War, 1853-1856”

35 Amazing Photographs of American Troops on Tarawa Atoll, Gilbert Islands during World War II

During the World War II, the American troops on Tarawa atoll in the Gilbert Islands of the Pacific Ocean were hopping one island at a time all the way to Japan. The Battle of Tarawa was bloody in every manner but these photos, captured in its aftermath, shows a life out of a movie. (PhotosContinue reading “35 Amazing Photographs of American Troops on Tarawa Atoll, Gilbert Islands during World War II”

54 Fantastic Black-and-White Photographs Showing Everyday Life of Soldiers and Civilians during World War I

As countries caught up in the war sent soldiers to the front lines, they also built support behind the lines and at home, with women taking many roles. As villages became battlefields, refugees were scattered across Europe. (via The Atlantic)

27 Vintage Photos of Mick Jagger from the 1960s

Mick Jagger was born on July 26, 1943, in Dartford, England. As the lead singer of the Rolling Stones, Jagger has become a rock legend known for his gritty, blues-influenced songs and charismatic stage presence. He has delighted a legion of fans for more than four decades. In 1960, Jagger was accepted to the LondonContinue reading “27 Vintage Photos of Mick Jagger from the 1960s”