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Aug 13, 2021 · Photography is often the go-to method for capturing memories, but it’s only been around since the 1820s. Before, artist sketches and paintings were how people “took” snapshots of life. The 1800s were a time of great change, and these photos show how different life was, compared to now.
Apr 12, 2022 · To learn more about 19th-century America through photographs, Stacker compiled a collection of 50 essential images that capture what life was like in the 1800s. Photos are sourced from a wide range of government databases and national photo libraries.
Jun 20, 2017 · These rare photographs of daily life in 19th-century America depict not only the New England and New York areas, but also the adventures of those who moved West to Tennessee, Iowa, and Minnesota.
Jun 13, 2022 · In the 1860s and 1870s, photographer Timothy O'Sullivan created some of the best-known images of American West frontier. A must-see photo collection.
Mar 22, 2019 · These photographers emphasized the importance of capturing everyday life and ordinary people, leaving an invaluable trace on the cultural heritage of the world.
Dec 13, 2019 · These colorized daguerreotypes from the 1840s and '50s bring new life to people who experienced the Revolutionary War and the dawn of American democracy.
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