The Evolution of the Famous Times Square in NY From 1870 – 2010
The evolution of Times Square from 1898 (when it was known as Longacre Square after London’s carriage district) to 2010.
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History’s Luckiest Man Ever Who Is Also The World’s Unluckiest Man
Meet Frane Selak of Croatia. He is the unluckiest man in the world. He is the luckiest man on the planet. His amazing story will completely blow you away. Frane Selak was born on June 14, 1929 in Croatia. He escaped death seven times, and afterward won the lottery in 2003, prompting journalists to dub … Read more
The Life of the Talented Tragic Poet Sylvia Plath Through Amazing Photos
Writer Joyce Carol Oates described Sylvia Plath as “one of the most celebrated and controversial of postwar poets writing in English.” Sylvia Plath was one of the most dynamic and admired poets of the 20th century. When she took her life at 30, Plath had a huge following in the literary community. Her work attracted … Read more
20+ Amazing Photos That Capture Life in Tokyo after Japan Surrendered in 1945
Japan surrendered to the Allies on August 14, 1945. The Japanese government notified the Allies that it had accepted the Proclamation Defining Terms for Japanese Surrender, or the Potsdam Declaration. General Douglas MacArthur led the Allied occupation of Japan at the end of World War II, with support from the British Commonwealth. This occupation of … Read more
15+ Most Censored Music Album Covers in History
Musicians have always tried to push the limits, not only of their music, but of what they can get way with their music album packaging. Below are some of the most censored music album covers in history. 1. The Mamas and the Papas, ‘If You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears’ (1966) This is the … Read more
Constructing the Tallest Buildings in the World During Its Time — The Twin Towers (19 photos)
The construction of the World Trade Center in New York City was dedicated to “world peace through trade.” The construction started in 1966. Scale model of the Twin Towers, January, 18, 1964 The pouring of first concrete for the World Trade Center, September 1966 AP Photo Preparing the construction site (1967) Future construction site area … Read more