A young man from the levant wearing traditional Bedouin clothes, early 1900s.

Mark Twain, c. 1905

Marie Curie was a pioneer in science whose discoveries revolutionized our understanding of radioactivity. Born in Warsaw in 1867, she overcame immense obstacles to pursue her passion for learning, eventually becoming the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win in two scientific fields: Physics and Chemistry. Her research led to the discovery of radium and polonium, transforming both science and medicine. A trailblazer and dedicated researcher, she worked tirelessly, even in the face of personal sacrifice, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire scientists around the world.

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<div class="md"><p>Marie Curie was a pioneer in science whose discoveries revolutionized our understanding of radioactivity. Born in Warsaw in 1867, she overcame immense obstacles to pursue her passion for learning, eventually becoming the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win in two scientific fields: Physics and Chemistry. Her research led to the discovery of radium and polonium, transforming both science and medicine. A trailblazer and dedicated researcher, she worked tirelessly, even in the face of personal sacrifice, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire scientists around the world.</p>

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Marie Curie, ca 1900

These knife grinders had the nickname of ventres jaunes or ‘yellow stomachs’ referring to the yellow dust released by the grinding wheels.

By laying face down, these yellow stomachs would save their backs from being hunched over all day. Workers were encourage to bring their dogs to not only keep them company but to act as heaters to keep them warm by having the dogs lie on their legs!

<div class="md"><p>These knife grinders had the nickname of ventres jaunes or ‘yellow stomachs’ referring to the yellow dust released by the grinding wheels.</p>

<p>By laying face down, these yellow stomachs would save their backs from being hunched over all day. Workers were encourage to bring their dogs to not only keep them company but to act as heaters to keep them warm by having the dogs lie on their legs!</p>
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1902: knife grinders in Thiers, France

8/1/1914-Berlin, Germany: World War I mobilization in Berlin, August 1, 1914. Two officers putting up a poster announcing decree in Tiergarden while German boys watch.

Major-General Geoffrey Keyes, General Sir Bernard Montgomery and Lieutenant-General George S, Patton studying a map of Sicily at the Royal Palace in Palermo, 3rd September 1943 whilst planning the Allied invasion

August 3, 1909, children stand mesmerized as Louis Blériot's plane soars above the sands of Calais.

A Japanese mother and child, dressed in traditional clothing, siting amid rubble and burnt trees in Hiroshima, 4 months after the Atomic Bomb was dropped. December, 1945                           by Alfred Eisenstaedt

From the Oval Office of the White House, US President Franklin D. Roosevelt speaks to the world on February 23, 1942, over one of the most elaborate radio hookups ever prepared for a "fireside chat." In the speech, he warns that the United States, scorning a "turtle policy" of "not sticking our necks out, will carry the war to the enemy." Here, the President is shown as he points to a map to emphasize a point

<div class="md"><p>From the Oval Office of the White House, US President Franklin D. Roosevelt speaks to the world on February 23, 1942, over one of the most elaborate radio hookups ever prepared for a &quot;fireside chat.&quot; In the speech, he warns that the United States, scorning a &quot;turtle policy&quot; of &quot;not sticking our necks out, will carry the war to the enemy.&quot; Here, the President is shown as he points to a map to emphasize a point</p>
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FDR pointing at the map, 1942

Supermarine Spitfire Mark IAs, (N3289 DW-K and R6595 DW-O nearest), of No 610 Squadron, Royal Air Force based at Biggin Hill, Kent, flying in three 'vic' formations, during the Battle Of Britain, World War II, 24 July 1940

<div class="md"><p>Supermarine Spitfire Mark IAs, (N3289 DW-K and R6595 DW-O nearest), of No 610 Squadron, Royal Air Force based at Biggin Hill, Kent, flying in three &#39;vic&#39; formations, during the Battle Of Britain, World War II, 24 July 1940</p>
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The battle of Britain, WW2, 1942

The Warsaw Uprising of August 1944 was one of the most significant acts of resistance during World War II, led by the Polish Home Army (Armia Krajowa) against Nazi occupation. For 63 harrowing days, Polish insurgents, many of them young men and women, fought valiantly to liberate their city and reclaim their freedom. This photo captures members of the “Koszta” Company, exemplifying the unity, courage, Their legacy endures as a symbol of resilience and the unyielding spirit of Warsaw.

<div class="md"><p>The Warsaw Uprising of August 1944 was one of the most significant acts of resistance during World War II, led by the Polish Home Army (Armia Krajowa) against Nazi occupation. For 63 harrowing days, Polish insurgents, many of them young men and women, fought valiantly to liberate their city and reclaim their freedom. This photo captures members of the “Koszta” Company, exemplifying the unity, courage, Their legacy endures as a symbol of resilience and the unyielding spirit of Warsaw.</p>
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The Warsaw uprising, august 1944.

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Red army soldiers on night reconnaisance on the first baltic front, world war 2, june 1944.

Young JFK, ca1953

MacArthur wading ashore in the Philippines - by Carl Mydans, October 1944 

"Easter morning, T/5 William E. Thomas...and Pfc. Joseph Jackson...will roll specially prepared eggs on Hitler's lawn.", 03/10/1945. Instagram: @spektonzcolorizations

Audrey Hepburn by Bassano Ltd, 1951

A team of British soldiers, situated in a shell hole on the Western Front during World War I, using a daylight signaling lamp,1916.

<div class="md"><p>A team of British soldiers, situated in a shell hole on the Western Front during World War I, using a daylight signaling lamp,1916.</p>
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A team of British soldiers, situated in a shell hole on the Western Front during World War I, using a daylight signaling lamp, 1916

Albert Einstien, 1905, the year of the special relativity.

Nikolai Alexandrovich Romanov, along with his family, was placed under house arrest at the Alexander Palace in Tsarskoye Selo. In the summer of 1917, by decision of the Provisional Government, he was exiled to Tobolsk with his family and close associates. The following year, on the night of July 16/

The New York Highlanders (later Yankees), 1903.

Amelia Earhart on her scooter - 1935

Russo-Turkish War. A group of Terek Cossacks during a stopover, 1878

Eleanor Parker by Roger Fristoe

Book burning at Kaiser-Friedrich-Ufer in Hamburg, 1933

Charles Darwin photograph by Elliott and Fry, 29 November, 1881.

Annie Oakley posing with her rifle at some point in the 1890s for True West Magazine. 

The Hong Kong Hotel, 1910. One half of a stereo pair. 

A studio portrait of Louise Carbasse (1895-1980), taken by Rudolph Buchner in 1913.

The Great Dictator is a 1940 American anti-war, political satire, and black comedy film written, directed, produced, scored by British comedian Charlie Chaplin

A 15 years old German Luftwaffe anti-aircraft crew member crying after being taken prisoner by American forces 1945.

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Audrey Hepburn by Bassano Ltd, 1951

Amelia Earhart on her scooter - 1935

Russo-Turkish War. A group of Terek Cossacks during a stopover, 1878

Eleanor Parker by Roger Fristoe

Book burning at Kaiser-Friedrich-Ufer in Hamburg, 1933