61 Rare Historical Photos

Colorized picture of Walt Disney presenting his dream; ‘The Disneyland’ to the world [1955]

2.Charles Bronson with his wife Jill Ireland [1971]

The extremely famous actors of their time, who apart from having their own solo successful careers, were one of the most famous on-screen couples and starred in fifteen films together.

Their chemistry was so on point that the wife went on to joke that she is the only choice that he has because none of the other actresses were willing to work with him. Bronson married Ireland in 1965 after divorcing his first wife, Harriet Tendler.

3.Xenon [Nightclub]

So you think nightclubs are a 21^st-century creation? Well, this one definitely proves it wrong. This one was taken back in 1979 by Bill Bernstein. This nightclub was popular as a party spot for the fashionistas of that time. It is also said that the crowd here was far too ahead of its time when it came to clothing.

4.Alice Cooper and Colonel Sanders [1969]

The graceful Colonel Sanders who also seems a bit confused is seen hanging out with Alice Cooper who seems too excited to have met the former. Cooper was recorded narrating the same chicken story far too many times on media whenever asked about this meeting.

5.The USA Drinking Team

During the time, when countries like India didn’t even allow their women to go to school, these two energetic ladies look all geared up for partying and drinking in their jogging attire.

6.USS Enterprise Model [1964]

This picture presents the people who are accredited for drafting the Star Trek Enterprise Model, Richard C. Datin, Jr. Mel Keys and Vernon Sion. This is the inspiration for several novels, games, television shows and toys to date.

7.Tina Turner [1971]

Often referred to as Beyonce’s ancestor, Tina Turner was one of the very first black females to enter showbiz. Not only did she challenge the set norms of the society but also empowered women of all cultures, class, and colors. Her contributions to the music industry cannot be ignored.

8.US Soldiers preparing Easter Eggs [1945]

Taken in Southern Italy, this picture shows two US soldiers, who were forced to stay away from their families on Easter due to the impending war. The soldiers are preparing Easter Eggs for Hitler.

9.John Lennon and the cast of ‘Happy Days’ [1974]

Clicked by John Lennon’s then girlfriend, May Pand, the picture showcases the cast of Happy Days with Lennon. It was and is still believed to be one of the greatest shows of all times, a show of nostalgia. The show is based on the 1950s showing the difference in lifestyles.

10.Marilyn Monroe and her sprained ankle

One of the greatest actors and pop icons of her time, Marilyn Monroe injured herself on the sets of River of No Return. The picture was clicked post that when she turned her pain into a beautiful expression that only she could have pulled off. She was always into controversy because of being mistress to the then president of US, John F. Kennedy. Her death still remains a mystery.

11.Young Walt Disney as a Red Cross Ambulance Driver

During the First World War, when the US entered, in around 1917s, Walt Disney, inspired by his brothers, was keen to enlist him as one of the soldiers. However, he was too young for that and therefore was rejected. So, he went on to volunteer for the Red Cross Ambulance Corps. The picture shows him in his uniform beside his vehicle which he often decorated with cartoons.

12.Meryl Streep in High School [1960]

Young and beautiful Meryl Streep is seen with an award in her high school. The picture does complete justice with her beauty.

13.Beatle mania

One of the most popular and legendary bands of the 1960s, the Beatles had a huge fan following. Not only were people crazy and starstruck, they were completely obsessed with it.

14.Alfred Hitchcock and his pose

Known as the master of macabre, Sir Alfred Hitchcock is seen posing with a beautiful model in a scene that appears to be right in front of his house in this picture, clicked by Jeanloup Sieff, for an issue of Harper’s Bazaar.

15.Joan Jett in a Motel [1978]

Captured watching television and chilling in a Motel Room, Joan Jett was one of the most successful musicians of her times.

16.Andre The Giant and Minnie Mouse at Disney Land [1975]

This is a picture clicked when Minnie Mouse decided to ditch Mickey and instead chose Andre The Giant, WWF World Heavyweight Champion, to click a picture with. Andre is also known for taking a chance in acting. He was also known as ‘The Eighth Wonder of the World’.

17.A Young Robin Williams [1979]

Robin Williams was a legend in all forms of comedy whether dark, stand up or sketch. He is also remembered among the audience as the ‘Mork from Ork’.

18.The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson!

In 1962, Johnny Carson hosted ‘The Tonight Show’ for the first time. He handled the rein for around 30 years.

19.Debbie Harry Performing

Debbie Harry’s work on ‘Rapture’ made her stand at first in the United States. Because of her such work, she was also offered about 60 films. She is better known as ‘Blondie’.

20.President Lyndon Johnson during the Civil Rights Act Signing

On 27th Nov 1963 President Lyndon Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act, in 1964. Martin Luther King Jr. also attended this moment.

21.Miss NASA

Miss India, Miss World, Miss Universe are common pageants but there was a time when even Miss NASA was a thing. Although, the identity of the woman is still not known but the picture shows that she truly deserved the title.

22.Rocky Horror Picture Show Cast

In the times, sound Rocky Horror show was a league apart and was a musical horror comedy. Although, the show was not duly appreciated in the beginning but gradually it developed its own fan base and is now referred to as one of the cult classics of its time.

23.Unfinished Washington Monument

The Washington Monument did not always look the way it does now. There was a time when its construction was put to a halt due to the insufficient funds. However, later in 1884, marbles from different sources were used to finish the monument.

24.Ronald Reagan and Margaret Thatcher

The political soul mates of their time, President Ronald Reagan and Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher are seen enjoying each other’s company as much as they enjoyed each other’s views on freedom and communism.

25.Dancing on the Quays of Paris

Paul Almasy fondly remembered as the master of photojournalism clicked this picture of youngsters enjoying their youth, oblivion to the world, in the middle of the day.

26.The installation of the first Phone lines

When technology was in its embryo stage and the telephone lines were being laid down people considered it inauspicious and believed that they would act as a messenger of the evil.

27.Roller Derby

One of the most popular sports of its times was Roller Derby and this picture shows some beautiful ladies pulling out the look of the game.

28.RMS Titanic Cabin

This picture requires no description. The largest and the most beautiful ship of its time which embarked on a very un-fateful voyage, the Titanic, was full of beautiful architecture. This picture is proof.

29.Prince’s first Photo Shoot

The originator of Rock and Wave music, on attaining fame went for his first photo shoot. The picture does full justice with his innocence.

30.World Trade Centre

When the New York City was going through its worst phase, on the brim of bankruptcy, this picture was taken that shows the empty twin towers of the WTC.

31.A Pair Of Presidents

In rare times picture like this was clicked, when the two succeeding presidents came together and actually seemed to enjoy each other’s company.

32.Having a Coca-Cola for the first time

The picture shows curious random men who are being served coca cola for the first time in 1950.

33.The Three Stooges out of Character

When America was going through its darkest time during The Great Depression of 1929, these three Legends came up with this Act and made people smile.

34.Elton John

Sir Elton John, one of the greatest singers of his times gained attention not only due to his music but also due to his unconventional wardrobe choices. This picture is an example.

35.Eclipse Robots

This shows when people actually came out to enjoy the various colors of nature. Here people have dressed up and come out to watch The Great Eclipse of 1979.

36.Publicity Shot for ‘The Munsters’

‘The Vampire Diaries’ of its time, this show was based on the life of Monsters.

37.S&H Green Stamps

There was a time when stamps were used not only for posts but also as a gift coupon at grocery stores, back in the 1930s.

38.Doctor Who

One of the most popular sci-fi series of its time, this show portrays the upside journey of time travel. It became an overnight sensation in the UK & US.

39.Hindenburg

On August 8th, 1936, when Zeppelin Hindenburg flew over the Empire State Building in Manhattan, it exploded and as a result, a breathtaking view of the firework was created in the sky which was beautifully captured.

40.Depression-era Dance Marathon

Due to the lack of money and happiness, people opted for unconventional ways to rejuvenate themselves and dance marathon on the streets was one of those. Not only it made them happy but also was a source of earning. However, a lot of tragic incidents soon followed.

41.The Beach Boys

The most widely acclaimed band of the 60s, The Beach Boys gave numerous chartbusters. Their songs are still widely popular and critically appreciated.

42.Don Johnson, Cher, and Melanie Griffith

This picture brings in the Pop Goddess of her time Cher and the biggest heartthrob of his time Don Johnson in one frame.

43.Children Praying in Public School

This beautiful picture captures the purity and innocence of a child’s heart. Taken during a time when prayers in public school were under debate, this picture shows how a child’s heart is above all the religious and communist boundaries.

44.S. Fighter Crashed on Juno Beach

Captured on June 6, 1944; this photo shows the aftermath of the D-Day of World War II. It shows a crashed U.S. Fighter plane on the Juno Beach.

45.Tom Jones & Arnold Schwarzenegger[1977]

From a professional Bodybuilder of 1970s and 1980s to the most popular action hero of the 1990s and finally settling for the position of the Governor in 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger has it all. Here he is seen posing with the famous vocalist of all times Tom Jones.

46.Bette Davis And John Crawford

This picture beautifully captures the moment when two drop-dead competitors come face to face and yet manage to look like long lost buddies.

47.Neil Armstrong and NASA’s X-15 rocket – powered airplane

Capturing the first man to land on the moon, Neil Armstrong, this picture is special in itself. Right beside him is the first test Flight X-15 Rocket of the NACA.

48.Ronald Reagan campaigning for Harry Truman

While campaigning for Harry Truman in 1948, Ronald Reagan would never have thought that he would go on to become a president later. This is a picture from the campaign with Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall.

49.Pest Control at Old Dexter Elm

Fondly known as the tree of pests, Dexter Elm were tried to be destroyed by a lot of men. This Picture shows one of the attempts made in 1894.

50.Ant Farm Media Van

Founded insane Francisco in 1968; this Ant Farm Van was used to portray various architectural performances throughout America. The Van was customized for every performance. The picture is an example.

51.Sixties Hair salon

The women of that era were no less particular about their looks as compared to the modern women. The picture shows a very famous hair salon with a line of women getting their hair spa done.

52.Mistress of the Dark [1975]

The most influential character of Cassandra Peterson, which not only brought her to the limelight but also gave her acting skills due credit was Elvira. This is a picture of the former in the character.

53.Farrah Fawcett [1977]

Winner of four Emmys Farrah was the cultural icon of her time that everyone looked up to.

54.Pro Wrestler Rocky Johnson with his son, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson [1981]

Both the wrestling sensations of their time, the father-son duo have literally rocked the frame.

55.Nip it in the Bud [1974]

Doris Day, one of the most successful and talented actors of her time, she is captured chatting with Johnny Carson in his famous show.

56.The Cute gap in the Teeth

Yvonne Joyce Craig is seen sporting a gap in her teeth and yet giving the most beautiful smile. She was one of the most critically acclaimed ballet dancers of the 1960s.

57.Brigitte Bardot on the Beach

The French model is seen in her signature pose which is till date copied by the models and actors.

58.Jane Fonda doing Grocery Shopping

The heartthrob of America, the very famous model of her time, is seen doing grocery shopping like any other normal woman.

59.Jamie Lee Curtis [1970]

This is a beautiful picture of The Halloween Queen of her era, fondly remembered for her horror roles. Her career is graced with numerous awards and titles.

60.Grace Kelly in Jamaica

Grace Kelly can be seen chilling on a beach in 1854 in Jamaica. One of the most famous actors of her time, Grace has been a part of many successful movies.

61.Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band – The Movie!

This is not actually a photo but a video of the album created around the very famous song Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band composed by Paul McCartney.