The 20th century was the most monumental in human history (so far). It was when we saw the technological, social, and cultural revolutions that we still see the effects of today. While many of us are already familiar with the latter half of the century, here are some pictures that show us what life was like in the early days. It was a simpler time, but was it better? Let’s take a look!
Girls Outside a Snow Fort
They sure are proud!
Women Voting in England for the First Time
It was a monumental feat, women voted for the first time.
Mother Homeschooling Her Kids in Louisiana
During the peak of segregation, a lot of parents had no option but to homeschool their kids.
Inuit Man Warms his Wife’s Feet, Canada
True love needs no explanation.
Female Rooftop Boxing Club
These women were truly ahead of their time.
A Bunch of Window Cleaners
Even the window cleaners were suited up!
Ice Skating in London
We need to bring the top hats back!
Anne Frank Looking Out Her Balcony
Back when she could still see the world and dream. A tragic tale.
A Young Edwardian Woman
The fashion from that era truly was top notch.
Cat Drinking Straight From The Udder
That’s a happy cat!
Best Friends Walking Down The Alley
I hope they eventually ended up together.
Ladies Making A Snow Lady
Even the snowwomen were classy.
Detroit Skyline During Its Peak
Back when Detroit was a city of industry and finance.
Book Cart For Patients
“These kids need to get their noses out of all these books!”
Man Delivering Ramen in Japan
The ramen stack is seemingly taller than him!
Winston Churchill Building His Cottage
Most powerful man in the world building his own house, gotta admire it.
The Kennedy Kids
I love how you can immediately tell which one is JFK.
Recording the MGM Intro
Legend says it was the cameraman’s last gig.
A Day in Paris
As mesmerizing as it is today.
Dinner on the Zeppelin Airship
Flying was a lot fancier back then.
Amelia Earhart Making Her Landing in Newfoundland
Now she’s remembered for her fearless spirit and the mystery that still surrounds her final flight.
5 Generations of the Same Family
The great-grandmother was likely born in the early 19th century, crazy we have a picture of her!
Woman Driving an Early Car
We were so different yet so similar.
A Young Bricklayer
Man knows how to pose with a hundred lbs of bricks at his back.
7-Year-Old Twins
Yeah, they’re definitely twins.
