American history photos

Historians have offered vastly different interpretations of the origins of the Cold War over the past 5 decades. Few historical events have been subject to such an array of revisionist and neo-revisionist accounts. In this lesson, students enter the fray through exploring a variety of documents highlighting various issues and perspectives that led to the Cold War and address the question: Who was primarily responsible for the Cold War, the United States or the Soviet Union? [All files…

For over a century photography has captured, documented and shaped the course of history, with some leaving a lasting legacy.

A collection of pictures saved from disappearing to time.

The moments in these photos were some of the last of these legends' lives

Very few of the oldest photos have survived, but these from the 1840s are some of the earliest known photos taken in the United States.

These colorized versions of black and white photographs allow you to look at a piece of history with a different eye.

"Old West Cowboy" photos with supporting text, part 3

9th Armored Division technician with a little French girl on Valentine’s Day, 14 Feb 1945 - Imgur

Melungeon traits include: Dark hair and skin with light-colored eyes Stark contrasts in skin and hair color within a single family. American Indian features A particular type of bump or ridge at the back of the head (usually just above the neck) known at the Melungeon bump.... Sometimes called the “Lost Tribe of Appalachia,” the Melungeons are people of mixed ethnicity who claim varying degrees of Portuguese, Turkish, Moorish, Arabic, Jewish, American Indian and African descent.

When thinking about the past, it feels like a surreal reality that sometimes could be more difficult to imagine than the future. But seeing photos from 1800 and 1900 feels even weirder since it is actual proof of it happening. And more importantly, people's lives don't seem to be boring or dull. On the contrary, they look risky, weird, fun, and simply put - entertaining to my futuristic human eyes. I am sure, if these people had the internet back then, we would be greeted with quality memes…

A Brazilian artist has colorized dozens of black and white photos to bring history to...

Old Wyoming photos show off the early days of our state, documenting the railway, our parks, and the early life of residents.

A moving collection of iconic photographs from the last 100 years that demonstrate the heartbreak of loss, the tremendous power of loyalty, and the triumph of the human spirit. Warning: Some of these will make you weep.