12 Interesting Photos That Show The Side Of History That Didn’t Make The Cut Into Textbooks

Old photos have a magical way of transporting us to another time, making history feel oddly personal and vivid. Historic pictures serve as windows into the past, revealing glimpses of everyday life from long ago. The Instagram account @ilovehistory115 is dedicated to reviving vintage snapshots, bringing old-time charm into our feed. Today Pandas, we’ve compiled some of their best photos that might give you a daily dose of history with a side of nostalgia.

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#1 Mississippi's First Interracial Couple- August 3, 1970

#2 Fred Rogers Performing A "Bedside Solo Show" For 7-Year-Old Beth Usher During Her Coma After Undergoing Surgery For "Rasmussen’s Encephalitis" At The John Hopkins Children's Hospital In Baltimore, Maryland, 1987

#3 Serbian Soldier Sleeps With His Father Who Came To Visit Him On The Front Line Near Belgrade, 1914/1915

The saying that a picture is worth a thousand words certainly stands true when it comes to historical photos. They encapsulate entire eras, offering us a glimpse into the lives, emotions, and experiences of people who lived long before us.

Every one of these images, whether it's an ancient snapshot of a packed theater for a play in 1910 or a portrait of two best friends, has a backstory that can enlighten, uplift, and stir thinking.

#4 1969: Margaret Hamilton Next To The Navigation Software She And Her Team At Mit Wrote For The Apollo Program

#5 WWII Veteran Dean McCandless from The 505 Pir Of The 82nd Airborne Division. He Made All Four Combat Jumps (Sicily, Italy, Normandy, And The Netherlands)

#6 Family Portrait After W-W-1

These images serve as powerful reminders of our collective past, helping us to understand the world as it was and how it has evolved. Instagram pages like ilovehistory115 offer us a tangible link to history that books alone might not provide.

Sometimes, such photos also play a crucial role in preserving and transmitting cultural identity. For many families, old photographs are cherished heirlooms, passed down through generations as visual records of their ancestors. These images help people connect with their heritage, reminding them of where they come from and the values that have been passed down through the years.

#7 Woman Cutting Her Birthday Cake In Iran, 1973

#8 Animal Therapy, 1956

#9 The Old Cincinnati Library Before Being Demolished, 1874-1955

On a larger scale, photos of historical events or cultural milestones help to preserve the identity of entire communities or nations. For instance, images of the iconic celebration in Times Square on V-J Day in 1945, when the end of World War II was announced, capture a moment of collective joy and relief. These photos immortalize a time when the world came together to celebrate peace and victory.

#10 The Night They Ended Prohibition, December 5th, 1933

#11 A Soldier Shares His Food With Two Dutch Kids, 1945

#12 The "Hasanlu Lovers" Died Around 800 B.C. And Were Discovered In 1972. They Died In What Seems To Be An Embrace Or Kiss And Remained That Way For 2800 Years

When it comes to education, historical photos are invaluable resources. They bring history to life in ways that textbooks often can't, offering a vivid window into the past.