While we can’t go back in time and revisit these moments, some photographs allow us to see what life was like back in the day. From dramatic WWII episodes to Madonna’s college days and Disney’s beginning, we’re here to take a trip through fascinating moments throughout history. This collection of fascinating historical photos will keep you on the edge of your seat and might even teach you something new.
#1: The Tale of Jonathan the Tortoise
Jonathan, the Aldabra giant tortoise, has been alive since 1832, appearing in photographs from 1902 and 2017. Residing on Saint Helena in the South Atlantic, he’s the world’s oldest known land animal, having witnessed monumental inventions without producing any offspring.
Defying average life expectancies, Jonathan has lived well past 150 years, outliving the previous record-holder at 188 years. This makes him not just a marvel of nature but a historic witness to centuries of change.