13 Hardly Seen Images of People Doing Surprisingly Modern Things a Century Ago
Old photos from the 1890s and early 1900s might make you think everyone was stuffy and stiff and, well, backward. But check out these rare Victorian and post-turn-of-the-century images, and you might be proven wrong.
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Old Photos Collage
Imgur It's easy to think of last century as being such a long time ago. But take a look at THESE vintage photos, and you might be questioning that!
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Old Photos Roller Coaster
Imgur A group enjoying a roller coaster in 1900.
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Old Photos Spring Break
Imgur Teachers on their spring break in 1910.
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Old Photos Group Selfie
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Old Photos Roller Skates
Imgur A young man roller skating in 1910.
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Old Photos Selfie
Imgur A woman taking a mirror selfie in 1900.
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Old Photos Photobooth
Imgur Women posing in a photo booth in the early 1900s.
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Old Photos Goofy Face
Imgur A woman making a VERY goofy face for the camera in the early 1900s.
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Old Photos Formal Portrait
Imgur A couple struggling during a three-second exposure photo to not move, and by the looks of it, smile. Unsuccessful!
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Old Photos Self Defense
Imgur A 1904 PSA for self defense--by using a hat pin!
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Old Photos School
Imgur A Victorian classroom, modern day little boy antics included.
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Old Photos Muscles
Imgur Laverie Vallee, a Victorian "strong woman."
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Old Photos Diving
Imgur A 1915 quick dip, in the form of deep sea dive.
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Old Photos Balance
Imgur Proof that some Victorian women took "balance" to a whole new level!
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Couples Then And Now 16
Pinterest We all know that relationships are not perfect, but at the same time, they're filled with tons of heart-warming moments and unforgettable memories. These older couples cherished their younger days so much that they decided to recreate their romantic photos, and that just proves how true love really is everlasting!
Click through the gallery to see the adorable then-and-now photos of older couples.
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