Not many words needed here. Found this great compilation of historical images – not the ones that have become part of our collective memory, but less known ones. Love the one of the construction of the Statue of Liberty (and of course: Winston Churchill in a swimsuit).

From Weekly Filet #110, in April 2013.

Historical Pictures

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