Historical Timeless Traces

11/04/2024

Dresden Surgery (1956)

In 1956, during the era of the German Democratic Republic, surgeons and nurses at a Dresden hospital demonstrated the advancements in medical procedures of the time through their operations.

10/04/2024

Car in Chicago Garage (1957)

In 1957, renowned street photographer Vivian Maier snapped a photo of what appears to be a 1957 Chrysler Imperial tucked away in a suburban Chicago garage, offering a glimpse into mid-20th century American existence.

09/04/2024

Alexander Fleming (1943)

In 1943, the esteemed Professor Alexander Fleming was deeply engrossed in his laboratory at St. Mary's Hospital in London's Paddington district. Celebrated for his seminal discovery of penicillin, his research had a profound and transformative impact on the field of medical science.

08/04/2024

London Beatles Attire (1964)

In 1964, the innovative fashion scene of London left an indelible mark on The Beatles' iconic style. Their attire embodied the rebellious spirit of the era, sparking a revolution that transcended both music and fashion on a global scale.

07/04/2024

First Women Votes (1920)

In 1920, after 19th Amendment's passage, American women exercised their voting right for the first time, making the 1920 election a watershed moment in the struggle for gender equality in the United States.

06/04/2024

LA Raid Evidence (1951)

In 1951, a sheriff's secretary and a police lieutenant displayed confiscated ma*****na in LA, signifying a prevalent, national crackdown on drugs during a time when societal views and legal perspectives were sharply skewed against ma*****na use.

05/04/2024

Gladys Baker & Young Norma Jeane (1929)

Gladys Baker, a Hollywood film-cutter, was mother to Norma Jeane, later renowned as Marilyn Monroe. In 1929, their shared beach moments were blissfully unaware of Norma's eventual iconic status in the entertainment world.

04/04/2024

Dimaggio - Monroe Wedding (1954)

Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio, a Hollywood icon and a baseball legend, married in a secretive and spontaneous ceremony at San Francisco City Hall on January 14, 1954, attracting massive media attention and cementing their place in pop culture history.

03/04/2024

Monroe's Movie Set (1962)

Lawrence Schiller captured Marilyn Monroe in the midst of filming "Something's Got to Give". Known as "Page 33 (Roll 7, Frame 33)". this classic image documents a historic moment from this iconic screen siren's career.

02/04/2024

Which historical event marked the beginning of World War II?💡📝📚

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Which historical event marked the beginning of World War II?

02/04/2024

Monroe and Davis (1953)

During the late 1953, film icons Marilyn Monroe and Sammy Davis Jr. were at the height of Hollywood glamor, captivating audiences with their talent and charisma. This exuberant shot of Sammy Davis Jr. entertaining Marilyn Monroe was taken on the backlot of 20th Century Fox where Marilyn was filming "How to Marry a Millionaire".

01/04/2024

Misfits Set, Nevada (1960)

The film set of "The Misfits" was tumultuous, marked by Monroe's failing health, Gable's heart attack just days after filming, and clashing egos. Yet, Erwitt's photography captured heartfelt moments amidst the chaos, making it a cultural artifact today.

31/03/2024

Marilyn - Chanel No. 5 (1955)

Captured in 1955, Marilyn Monroe is famously pictured seductively applying Chanel No. 5 in a New York hotel. This candid moment, shot by Ed Feingersh, cemented her association with the perfume and redefined celebrity endorsements.

30/03/2024

Elizabeth II Meets Monroe (1956)

In 1956, a youthful Queen Elizabeth II met Marilyn Monroe, two of the era's most iconic women, in a serendipitous blending of royalty and Hollywood at the Royal Command Performance for the Battle of the River Plate.

29/03/2024

Marilyn Monroe - Rising Star (1951)

In 1951, Marilyn Monroe, still a rising star, made a breakthrough with roles in "The Asphalt Jungle" and "All About Eve," showcasing her talent and establishing her iconic flirty, blonde bombshell image in Hollywood.

28/03/2024

Ralph Edwards & Marilyn Monroe (1952)

In 1952, she made an unexpected appearance at the Hollywood Entertainers baseball game, accompanied by Ralph Edwards, a well-known television host. This event garnered significant media coverage, further solidifying Monroe's status as a Hollywood icon.

28/03/2024

The Treaty of Tordesillas, signed in 1494, divided the New World between which two European powers?💡📝📚

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The Treaty of Tordesillas, signed in 1494, divided the New World between which two European powers?

27/03/2024

Tajura Classroom (1950s)

Students in a classroom in Tajura, Libya in 1950s.

26/03/2024

Bertha's Mayhem (1907)

Bertha Boronda, in a notorious 1907 case, was convicted for "mayhem" in San Jose, California, when she castrated her husband with a straight razor, a unique case of domestic violence leaving a permanent mark on California's legal history.

25/03/2024

Dulce Nunes (1950s)

The Brazilian singer Dulce Nunes, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1950s.

24/03/2024

Walt Disney & Shirley Temple (1938)

In 1938, visionary Walt Disney proudly showcased the distinctive Oscar he won for his groundbreaking animated film, "Snow White and the 7 Dwarves", alongside Hollywood's darling, Shirley Temple.

24/03/2024

Who was the first non-European recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature?💡📝📚

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Who was the first non-European recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature?

23/03/2024

Hugo Ball (1916)

Hugo Ball, co-founder of the Dada movement, dramatically performed his abstract Dadaist work "Karawane" in a costume, reflecting the movement's rejection of logical reasoning (1916).

22/03/2024

Sturgis Store & World Series (1929)

Fans listening to the 1929 World Series (between the Philadelphia Athletics and the Chicago Cubs) at the Sturgis radio store on Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles.

21/03/2024

What is the current world record for the highest free fall jump? 💡📝📚

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What is the current world record for the highest free fall jump?

21/03/2024

Prince Louis Ferdinand of Prussia and Grand Duchess Kira Kirillovna of Russia at their wedding (1938).

20/03/2024

Princess Durdana (1946)

Princess Durdana Begum, key player in Hyderabad's modernization, 1946.

19/03/2024

Sarah Forbes Bonetta - Slave to Royal (1860s)

West African princess, Sarah Bonetta, Queen Victoria's goddaughter, 1860s.

18/03/2024

Marie-Louise Razafinkeriefo (1901)

Princess Marie-Louise Razafinkeriefo was a Madagascan royal who married a French diplomat, Joseph Galliéni in 1901, symbolically linking France and Madagascar during the colonization period, exemplifying power interplay between colonizers and the colonized.

17/03/2024

Princess Maria of Romania (1922)

Princess Maria of Romania became Queen of Yugoslavia after a grand 1922 royal wedding. Despite political turmoil, her elegance, and headstrong resilience earned her the nickname "Mother of the Nation."