Iconic Photographs in History
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Photography was invented nearly two hundred years ago. Ever since, its capacity to capture moments has continued to amaze and has propelled the medium to the forefront of the art world. Here is a taste of amazing moments in time.
“Auschwitz Liberation” – Soviet Army Photographer, 1945
Harrowing scene of liberation. Survivors of Auschwitz leaving the concentration camp at the end of World War II, Poland, February 1945. Above them is the German slogan 'Arbeit macht frei' ('Work makes one free').
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Harrowing scene of liberation. Survivors of Auschwitz leaving the concentration camp at the end of World War II, Poland, February 1945. Above them is the German slogan 'Arbeit macht frei' ('Work makes one free').
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January 17, 2025 at 1:42 AM
“Auschwitz Liberation” – Soviet Army Photographer, 1945
Harrowing scene of liberation. Survivors of Auschwitz leaving the concentration camp at the end of World War II, Poland, February 1945. Above them is the German slogan 'Arbeit macht frei' ('Work makes one free').
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Harrowing scene of liberation. Survivors of Auschwitz leaving the concentration camp at the end of World War II, Poland, February 1945. Above them is the German slogan 'Arbeit macht frei' ('Work makes one free').
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“Moon and Half Dome” – Ansel Adams, 1960
A breathtaking landscape by the father of American photography. Half Dome, the granite crest whose grand scope and sheer face, is one of Yosemite National Park’s defining features
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A breathtaking landscape by the father of American photography. Half Dome, the granite crest whose grand scope and sheer face, is one of Yosemite National Park’s defining features
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January 13, 2025 at 10:39 PM
“Moon and Half Dome” – Ansel Adams, 1960
A breathtaking landscape by the father of American photography. Half Dome, the granite crest whose grand scope and sheer face, is one of Yosemite National Park’s defining features
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A breathtaking landscape by the father of American photography. Half Dome, the granite crest whose grand scope and sheer face, is one of Yosemite National Park’s defining features
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“The Beatles’ First Visit to America” – Harry Benson, 1964
Capturing the energy of Beatlemania.
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Capturing the energy of Beatlemania.
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January 9, 2025 at 9:33 PM
“The Beatles’ First Visit to America” – Harry Benson, 1964
Capturing the energy of Beatlemania.
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Capturing the energy of Beatlemania.
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“Child Crying at the Border” – John Moore, 2018
Highlighting the impact of U.S. border policies, the image of a two-year-old Honduran asylum seeker crying as her mother is searched and detained near the U.S.-Mexico border.
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Highlighting the impact of U.S. border policies, the image of a two-year-old Honduran asylum seeker crying as her mother is searched and detained near the U.S.-Mexico border.
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January 7, 2025 at 9:40 PM
“Child Crying at the Border” – John Moore, 2018
Highlighting the impact of U.S. border policies, the image of a two-year-old Honduran asylum seeker crying as her mother is searched and detained near the U.S.-Mexico border.
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Highlighting the impact of U.S. border policies, the image of a two-year-old Honduran asylum seeker crying as her mother is searched and detained near the U.S.-Mexico border.
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“The Horse in Motion” – Eadweard Muybridge, 1878
The first motion series capturing a horse’s gait. It became an early method to photographically record the passing of time, mainly used for scientific study. It formed an important step in the development of motion pictures.
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The first motion series capturing a horse’s gait. It became an early method to photographically record the passing of time, mainly used for scientific study. It formed an important step in the development of motion pictures.
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January 5, 2025 at 3:40 PM
“The Horse in Motion” – Eadweard Muybridge, 1878
The first motion series capturing a horse’s gait. It became an early method to photographically record the passing of time, mainly used for scientific study. It formed an important step in the development of motion pictures.
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The first motion series capturing a horse’s gait. It became an early method to photographically record the passing of time, mainly used for scientific study. It formed an important step in the development of motion pictures.
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“Albert Einstein at Princeton” – Lotte Jacobi, 1947
A contemplative portrait of the scientist.
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A contemplative portrait of the scientist.
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January 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
“Albert Einstein at Princeton” – Lotte Jacobi, 1947
A contemplative portrait of the scientist.
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A contemplative portrait of the scientist.
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“Kent State Shooting” – John Filo, 1970
A Pulitzer-winning image capturing the anguish during protests. Mary Ann Vecchio, kneeling by the body of Jeffrey Miller, one of four protesters killed by National Guard troops.
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A Pulitzer-winning image capturing the anguish during protests. Mary Ann Vecchio, kneeling by the body of Jeffrey Miller, one of four protesters killed by National Guard troops.
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January 3, 2025 at 5:07 PM
“Kent State Shooting” – John Filo, 1970
A Pulitzer-winning image capturing the anguish during protests. Mary Ann Vecchio, kneeling by the body of Jeffrey Miller, one of four protesters killed by National Guard troops.
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A Pulitzer-winning image capturing the anguish during protests. Mary Ann Vecchio, kneeling by the body of Jeffrey Miller, one of four protesters killed by National Guard troops.
#photography #history
New Year’s Day at the White House - Fox Photos, Getty Images, 1927
American President, Calvin Coolidge and his wife Grace wish the American public a Happy New Year at the main entrance to the White House. They are surrounded by the President's military aides.
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American President, Calvin Coolidge and his wife Grace wish the American public a Happy New Year at the main entrance to the White House. They are surrounded by the President's military aides.
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January 2, 2025 at 12:27 AM
New Year’s Day at the White House - Fox Photos, Getty Images, 1927
American President, Calvin Coolidge and his wife Grace wish the American public a Happy New Year at the main entrance to the White House. They are surrounded by the President's military aides.
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American President, Calvin Coolidge and his wife Grace wish the American public a Happy New Year at the main entrance to the White House. They are surrounded by the President's military aides.
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Time Square, New Year’s Eve - New York Daily News Archive, 1934
A massive crowd in Times Square on New Year's Eve in 1934. All gather to ring in the New Year 90 years ago
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A massive crowd in Times Square on New Year's Eve in 1934. All gather to ring in the New Year 90 years ago
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December 31, 2024 at 7:23 PM
Time Square, New Year’s Eve - New York Daily News Archive, 1934
A massive crowd in Times Square on New Year's Eve in 1934. All gather to ring in the New Year 90 years ago
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A massive crowd in Times Square on New Year's Eve in 1934. All gather to ring in the New Year 90 years ago
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New Year’s Eve, Freedom at the Berlin Wall - Picture Alliance via Getty Images, 1989
In 1989, less than two months after the fall of the Berlin Wall, a massive crowd gathered at the foot of the wall to ring in New Year's Eve and celebrate their newfound freedom.
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In 1989, less than two months after the fall of the Berlin Wall, a massive crowd gathered at the foot of the wall to ring in New Year's Eve and celebrate their newfound freedom.
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December 31, 2024 at 6:29 PM
New Year’s Eve, Freedom at the Berlin Wall - Picture Alliance via Getty Images, 1989
In 1989, less than two months after the fall of the Berlin Wall, a massive crowd gathered at the foot of the wall to ring in New Year's Eve and celebrate their newfound freedom.
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In 1989, less than two months after the fall of the Berlin Wall, a massive crowd gathered at the foot of the wall to ring in New Year's Eve and celebrate their newfound freedom.
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“The First Digital Photograph” – Russell Kirsch, 1957
The start of a technological revolution, a 5 cm square photograph of Kirsch's three-month-old son, Walden. The black and white image had a resolution of 176 pixels on a side.
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The start of a technological revolution, a 5 cm square photograph of Kirsch's three-month-old son, Walden. The black and white image had a resolution of 176 pixels on a side.
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December 31, 2024 at 2:32 PM
“The First Digital Photograph” – Russell Kirsch, 1957
The start of a technological revolution, a 5 cm square photograph of Kirsch's three-month-old son, Walden. The black and white image had a resolution of 176 pixels on a side.
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The start of a technological revolution, a 5 cm square photograph of Kirsch's three-month-old son, Walden. The black and white image had a resolution of 176 pixels on a side.
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“The Fire Escape Collapse” – Stanley Forman, 1975
Pulitzer-winning tragedy in Boston.
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Pulitzer-winning tragedy in Boston.
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December 30, 2024 at 4:33 PM
“The Fire Escape Collapse” – Stanley Forman, 1975
Pulitzer-winning tragedy in Boston.
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Pulitzer-winning tragedy in Boston.
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December 28, 2024 at 4:45 PM
“The Flag Raising at Ground Zero” – Thomas E. Franklin, 2001
A modern echo of Iwo Jima.
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A modern echo of Iwo Jima.
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December 27, 2024 at 4:10 PM
“The Flag Raising at Ground Zero” – Thomas E. Franklin, 2001
A modern echo of Iwo Jima.
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A modern echo of Iwo Jima.
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“Marilyn Monroe Skirt Scene” – Sam Shaw, 1954
A cultural icon immortalized.
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A cultural icon immortalized.
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December 26, 2024 at 3:23 PM
“Marilyn Monroe Skirt Scene” – Sam Shaw, 1954
A cultural icon immortalized.
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A cultural icon immortalized.
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Nat King Cole and Natalie Cole - Michael Ochs Archives/Getty, 1955
Timeless holiday harmony, as father and daughter share a musical moment by the Christmas tree
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Timeless holiday harmony, as father and daughter share a musical moment by the Christmas tree
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December 25, 2024 at 5:05 AM
Nat King Cole and Natalie Cole - Michael Ochs Archives/Getty, 1955
Timeless holiday harmony, as father and daughter share a musical moment by the Christmas tree
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Timeless holiday harmony, as father and daughter share a musical moment by the Christmas tree
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“9/11 Dust Lady” – Stan Honda, 2001
A survivor covered in debris after the towers fell.
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A survivor covered in debris after the towers fell.
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December 24, 2024 at 1:32 AM
“9/11 Dust Lady” – Stan Honda, 2001
A survivor covered in debris after the towers fell.
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A survivor covered in debris after the towers fell.
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“Dorothy Counts” – Douglas Martin, 1957
Facing hostility during desegregation efforts.
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Facing hostility during desegregation efforts.
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December 22, 2024 at 9:53 PM
“Dorothy Counts” – Douglas Martin, 1957
Facing hostility during desegregation efforts.
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Facing hostility during desegregation efforts.
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“Gandhi and the Spinning Wheel” – Margaret Bourke-White, 1946
Symbolizing self-reliance and freedom.
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Symbolizing self-reliance and freedom.
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December 21, 2024 at 12:00 AM
“Gandhi and the Spinning Wheel” – Margaret Bourke-White, 1946
Symbolizing self-reliance and freedom.
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Symbolizing self-reliance and freedom.
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“Omaha Beach Landing” – Robert Capa, 1944
A vivid moment from WWII.
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A vivid moment from WWII.
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December 18, 2024 at 8:51 PM
“Omaha Beach Landing” – Robert Capa, 1944
A vivid moment from WWII.
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A vivid moment from WWII.
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“The Beatles Abbey Road” – Iain Macmillan, 1969
The famous album cover photo.
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The famous album cover photo.
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December 16, 2024 at 10:03 PM
“The Beatles Abbey Road” – Iain Macmillan, 1969
The famous album cover photo.
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The famous album cover photo.
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“Mushroom Cloud over Nagasaki” – US Army, 1945
Capturing the devastating power of nuclear war.
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Capturing the devastating power of nuclear war.
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December 14, 2024 at 7:58 PM
“Mushroom Cloud over Nagasaki” – US Army, 1945
Capturing the devastating power of nuclear war.
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Capturing the devastating power of nuclear war.
#photography #history #war #japan
“Selma March” – James Karales, 1965
Civil Rights Movement in full force.
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This image depicts a line of marchers along the top of a hill during the Selma to Montgomery marches. The marchers, are moving forward, some of whom are carrying flags.
Civil Rights Movement in full force.
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This image depicts a line of marchers along the top of a hill during the Selma to Montgomery marches. The marchers, are moving forward, some of whom are carrying flags.
December 12, 2024 at 10:03 PM
“Selma March” – James Karales, 1965
Civil Rights Movement in full force.
#photograph #history #blacksky #civilrights
This image depicts a line of marchers along the top of a hill during the Selma to Montgomery marches. The marchers, are moving forward, some of whom are carrying flags.
Civil Rights Movement in full force.
#photograph #history #blacksky #civilrights
This image depicts a line of marchers along the top of a hill during the Selma to Montgomery marches. The marchers, are moving forward, some of whom are carrying flags.
“Black Power Salute” – John Dominis, 1968
Olympic protest during the medal ceremony.
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Olympic protest during the medal ceremony.
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December 12, 2024 at 12:40 AM
“Black Power Salute” – John Dominis, 1968
Olympic protest during the medal ceremony.
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Olympic protest during the medal ceremony.
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“Falling Man” – Richard Drew, 2001
A haunting image from the September 11 attacks.
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A haunting image from the September 11 attacks.
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December 10, 2024 at 7:10 PM
“Falling Man” – Richard Drew, 2001
A haunting image from the September 11 attacks.
#photography #history #NewYork #September11
A haunting image from the September 11 attacks.
#photography #history #NewYork #September11