We at HistoryColored have decided to curate 50 interesting, rare and iconic photos from history. There are many reasons why a photograph may be featured on this list. Some of the reasons include: it was the first time something was ever captured on camera, it shows a famous figure from history, the image depicts an important historical event, it is a “rare” photo that does not get shared as much as it should, or it is an “iconic” historical photo. It may not fall under any of these categories but can still be featured in this list for a different reason.
These photographs are in no particular order. They have been curated and added to the list over a long period of time, so no decision was taken on how they should be ordered. Be sure to take the time to check out every historical photograph featured on this list!
As well as this list, be sure to check out the other photos featured on HistoryColored!
1. The First Photograph Ever Taken, 1826 or 1827
![The first photograph in history, the view from a window at Le Gras in 1826 or 1827.](https://i0.wp.com/historycolored.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/View_from_the_Window_at_Le_Gras_Joseph_Nicephore_Niepce.jpg?resize=800%2C556&ssl=1)
2. General William Tecumseh Sherman, circa 1865
![Side profile photograph of General William Tecumseh Sherman in his Union Army military uniform in c. 1865](https://i0.wp.com/historycolored.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/William_Tecumseh_Sherman.jpg?resize=800%2C1024&ssl=1)
3. Dali Atomicus, 1948
![Salvador Dali suspended in mid air along with other objects within the iconic photograph Dali Atomicus taken in 1948](https://i0.wp.com/historycolored.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/DaliIconic.jpg?resize=800%2C642&ssl=1)
4. The Solvay Conference on Quantum Mechanics, 1927
![Key attendees of the 1927 Solvay conference photographed sitting down and in suits. The names are Auguste Piccard, Émile Henriot, Paul Ehrenfest, Édouard Herzen, Théophile de Donder, Erwin Schrödinger, Jules-Émile Verschaffelt, Wolfgang Pauli, Werner Heisenberg, Ralph Howard Fowler, Léon Brillouin,
Peter Debye, Martin Knudsen, William Lawrence Bragg, Hendrik Anthony Kramers, Paul Dirac, Arthur Compton, Louis de Broglie, Max Born, Niels Bohr,
Irving Langmuir, Max Planck, Marie Skłodowska Curie, Hendrik Lorentz, Albert Einstein, Paul Langevin, Charles Eugène Guye, Charles Thomson Rees Wilson, Owen Willans Richardson](https://i0.wp.com/historycolored.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/SolvayConference1927.jpg?resize=800%2C551&ssl=1)
5. King George V & Tsar Nicholas II Together, 1913
![Nicholas II of Russia photographed alongside similar looking and cousin King George V of the United Kingdom, while wearing military uniform.](https://i0.wp.com/historycolored.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/TsarNicholasandKingGeorge-e1597176925482.jpg?resize=640%2C808&ssl=1)
6. The Manhattan Bridge Under Construction, 1909
![Photographs of the Manhattan Bridge under construction. You can see the layout of the bridge but there is still a lot to build. March 23 1909.](https://i0.wp.com/historycolored.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/ManhattanBridgeConstruction1909.jpg?resize=800%2C482&ssl=1)
7. Soviet Prisoner of War, 1940
![An injured Prisoner of War from the Soviet Union with a bandage around his bloody head, with clothing wrapped around his body. He looks cold as he is near the Arctic Circle where temperatures can get to -43 degrees Celsius](https://i0.wp.com/historycolored.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/SovietPOW.jpg?resize=800%2C522&ssl=1)
8. Dr. Wernher von Braun with 5 F-1 Engines
![Aerospace engineer Wernher von Braun standing next to five F-1 rocket engines in 1969.](https://i0.wp.com/historycolored.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/VonBraunF1Engines.jpg?resize=800%2C994&ssl=1)
Орtiсаl Illusiоns: Kеерing Yоur Mind Shаrр аnd Неаlthy
Optical illusions are fascinating images that can challenge your brain and make you see things in a different way. These intriguing pictures are not only fun to look at, but they also have a positive impact on your mind as you age.
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Regularly engaging with optical illusions can help strengthen your brain and prevent cognitive decline. As we grow older, it’s important to keep our minds active and sharp. Optical illusions provide a unique form of mental exercise that keeps our cognitive abilities in check.
The Hidden Key Challenge
Let’s dive into one optical illusion challenge – finding the hidden key in a forest scene filled with macadamia nuts. Take a close look at the image below and see if you can spot the key in just seven seconds.
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If you’re able to spot the key, congratulations! You have an excellent eye for detail. But if you’re struggling to find it, don’t worry, I’m here to help.
Solution: Unveiling the Hidden Key
The key is cleverly concealed on the top right side of the picture. Take a look at the image below, where I’ve circled it in red for you.
![](https://ddnews.us/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/d4jg3u8w47r-1.webp)
Enhancing Your Cognitive Abilities
Engaging with optical illusions is not only a fun and entertaining activity, but it also provides valuable insights into how our brains work. These illusions challenge our perception and require our brains to process information differently.
By regularly testing your ability to decipher optical illusions, you can keep your mind sharp and flexible. It’s likе giving your brain a workout, which will ultimately contribute to maintaining its health and vitality.
Conclusion
Optical illusions are not just mesmerizing pictures – they have a beneficial impact on our cognitive abilities. So, the next time you come across an optical illusion, take a moment to engage with it and challenge your brain. You’ll be amazed at how much fun and how beneficial it can be!
Remember, it’s never too late to start exercising your brain. Embrace the wonder of optical illusions and keep your mind healthy!
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