In the 1920s, shoe shine boys shared a momentous conversation with a Civil War Veteran.
Muhammad Ali's Pinnacle Moment: The Iconic Knockout of Cleveland Williams in 1965, Revered
as One of the Greatest Sports Photos in History.
In the scorching summer of 1921 in Paris, France, a young girl quenches her thirst at
a standpipe.
Sophia Loren Shines in 'Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow': A Remarkable Film That Earned the
Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1964.
Witnessing History: Kmart Employees Gazing in Awe as Apollo 11 Lands on the Moon, July
16, 1969.
Albert Einstein's With Stepdaughter Margot Einstein on His Lap at the Opening of the
Jewish Pavilion, World's Fair, Flushing Meadows, New York, 1939.
The Wall Street Crash of 1929, a significant stock market collapse in the United States,
unfolded from September to mid-November. During this period, share prices on the New York
Stock Exchange plummeted, marking a pivotal moment in financial history.
American Soldiers and Sailors Enjoying a Vibrant Party Scene in Tokyo, Japan, 1945.
In a significant moment during World War II on September 10, 1939, Adolf Hitler is seen
inside the Provincial Office in Kielce, Poland, observing a bust of Józef Piłsudski, First
Marshal of Poland.
In 1965, Audrey Hepburn dons a straw hat for sun protection, showcasing her timeless elegance.
In the aftermath of a German aerial bombing of London in 1945, a poignant image emerges:
an abandoned boy clutching a stuffed animal amidst the ruins. This photograph captures
the resilience and innocence of a generation enduring the hardships of war.
Captured by Russell Lee in 1937, Men Gathering Outside a Grocery Store in Shawneetown, Illinois.
A Child's Harsh Sentence: George Davey, Prisoner 4100, Serving One Month of Hard Labor at Wandsworth
Prison in 1872 for the Theft of Two Rabbits, Aged Just Ten Years Old.
It's 1945, Lewis Nixon of the 101st Airborne Division grabs more drinks after a night of
indulging in Hitler's wine. This photograph captures the unique atmosphere at the close
of World War II.
In 1952, US Marines Playfully Interact with a Mushroom Cloud.
Behind the scenes.. on the set of 'Giant' in 1956 with the legendary Elizabeth Taylor.
Meet the Warner brothers in 1926. from left to right: Harry, Jack, Sam, and Albert. This
photograph showcases the founding figures behind one of the entertainment industry's
most enduring legacies.
Behold the towering figure of Romanian boxer Dumitru Ștefănescu, famous as Gogea Mitu,
captured in a boxing ring circa 1935. This photograph showcases the colossal presence
of the tallest professional boxer in history.
In November 30, 1944, Private Walter Prsybyla of the US 2nd Infantry Division writes heartfelt
Christmas cards for loved ones from an artillery ammunition storehouse in Heckhalenfeld, Germany.
This photograph captures the spirit of connection and longing during wartime."
Elvis Presley and His Beloved Mother... Gladys. A Candid Snapshot at Home in Memphis, Tennessee,
in May 1956.
Warpaint of Courage: Filthy Thirteen Member Clarence Ware Adorns Charles Plauda with War
Paint on June 5, 1944, as a Tribute to Native American Heritage and to Rally the Men for
the Upcoming Perils.
US Army Air Force 2nd Lt. Quintin C. Aanenson Captures a Candid Selfie with His Girlfriend
in the Mirror, circa 1940s."
Behind the Scenes: Preparing an Actor for a Fierce Fight Scene in the Making of the
1960 Polish Historical Film 'Knights of the Teutonic Order' in Poland.
Legendary American actor Buster Keaton, surrounded by lovely companions, captured at the Medrano
Circus in Paris, France, in 1947.
In 1895, Major General Horatio Gordon Robley, a collector of Maori art, poses with mummified,
tattooed heads known as mokomokai. This photograph offers a glimpse into the complex history
of cultural artifact collection during that time.
Marilyn Monroe's Early Days: Posing on a California Beach in 1948, the Year She Received Her First
Break with Columbia Pictures Before Becoming Twentieth Century Fox's Leading Lady.
In a historic moment from the 1966 World Cup, North Korea's players celebrate their victory
over Italy. This photograph captures the jubilation and pride of an underdog story in the world
of soccer.
Royal Bonding: Future King George VI and His Daughter Princess Elizabeth (Future Queen
Elizabeth II) Share a Bench Moment with Their Corgi Dogs in London, England, July 1936.
On the first anniversary of the Hiroshima atomic bombing, residents gather to pray toward
the epicenter. This poignant photograph captures the solemnity and remembrance of a city forever
changed by the tragic event.
In 1945, British soldiers, newly released from Japanese captivity in Singapore, pose
for a photograph. This image reflects the resilience and relief of those who endured
the challenges of wartime captivity.