“A picture is worth a thousand words”, they say. This famous statement by English illustrator Frederick R. Barnard perhaps applies most to historical photographs. Sometimes, one simple vintage photo can tell you so much more about the past than any history book would.
Today, we would like to share some incredibly rare historical images with you that provide a fascinating look at our earlier days. Whether it's a photo of the World Trade Center being built or a snapshot taken in 1880 of a mother and daughter looking at a ship, these rare photos bring the past to life.
Scroll on and enjoy the time travel.
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