Ann-Margret Olsson, famously known as Ann-Margret, emerged as a megastar of the silver screen with an unmistakable blend of talent, charisma, and beauty. Born in Sweden and raised in the United States, she captivated audiences with her magnetic presence in the entertainment world. But it wasn’t just her acting prowess that enthralled; it was her multifaceted talent—an actress, singer, and dancer—that solidified her as an icon. Her singing and acting careers span seven decades, starting in 1961....

“Uncle Bill” Lundy claimed to be the last living Confederate Civil War veteran in Florida and spent his 107th birthday at Eglin AFB, Florida in January 1955. This interesting picture shows a supposed Civil War veteran from Florida enjoying himself next to a fighter jet. Claiming to be a member of the Confederate Army, William Lundy was 107 when this photo was snapped for an article in the Boston Traveller in 1955....

Field Marshal Erwin Rommel shortly after arriving in North Africa, 1941. The Desert Fox, the most well-respected Nazi commander. German General Erwin Rommel arrives in Tripoli, Libya, with the newly formed Afrika Korps, to reinforce the beleaguered Italians’ position. In January 1941, Adolf Hitler established the Afrika Korps for the explicit purpose of helping his Italian Axis partner maintain territorial gains in North Africa. “For strategic, political, and psychological reasons, Germany must assist Italy in Africa”, the Fuhrer declared....

In the era before digital photography and the convenience of instant uploads, there existed a charming and innovative solution for getting your precious memories developed – Fotomat. During the 1980s, these drive-through photo processing booths dotted the American landscape, providing a quick and convenient way for people to transform their film rolls into tangible prints. These vintage pictures take us on a nostalgic journey back in time and explore the history and significance of Fotomat, a true icon of its era....

Severe destruction of the city from the battle of 1941 with Czech hedgehogs. Ukraine, 1943. Herbert List was a German photographer, who worked for magazines, including Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and Life, and was associated with Magnum Photos. He traveled regularly between Greece, Italy, and Paris until the outbreak of World War II, when he settled in Greece to evade the German occupation of France. After the German army invaded Greece, List was forced to return to Germany and did many job trips on Eastern Front photographing the everyday life of the occupied territories....

The Italian Cavalry School was absolutely cutting edge, their style revolutionized military cavalry riding around the world. In the first decades of the 20th century, the Italian Cavalry School at Tor di Quinto near Rome was – along with the French Cavalry School at Saumur – the leading institution for horsemanship in the world. Tor di Quinto was probably the foremost academy for advanced cross-country riding. The Italian Cavalry School was absolutely cutting edge, their style revolutionized military cavalry riding around the world....

In the hardships caused by the Great Depression, the American government created the Farm Security Administration to help impoverished farmers get on their feet. One of the FSA’s most notable efforts was its small team of documentary photographers, who traveled the country recording the living conditions of Americans. John Vachon’s first job at the Farm Security Administration carried the title “assistant messenger.” He was twenty-one, and had come to Washington from his native Minnesota to attend The Catholic University of America....

Leonard Siffleet, an Australian commando during World War II, served in the M Special Unit of the Services Reconnaissance Department. While on a mission in Papua New Guinea, he was captured by partisan tribesmen along with two Ambonese companions. They were subsequently handed over to the Japanese. The three men endured interrogation, torture, and were ultimately beheaded. A photograph capturing the moment before Siffleet’s execution has since become a poignant and enduring image of the war....

During the first half of the twentieth century, the original Pennsylvania Station was one of New York City’s grandest landmarks, a palace in the middle of Manhattan. These photographs take readers back in time to the height of Penn Station’s glory. From construction to destruction, we visit the station’s crowded, light-filled concourse, its ornate statues, and its dedicated people. Although this impressive building only stood from 1910 to 1963, the memory of its majestic presence in the heart of New York City lives on to this day....

Members of the division at prayer during their training at Neuhammer in November 1943. The photo is taken during the division training at Neuhammer. The romantic notions that Himmler had about the Bosnian Muslims were probably significant in the division’s genesis. He was personally fascinated by the Islamic faith and believed that Islam created fearless soldiers. He envisioned the creation of a Bosnian SS division constituted solely of Bosnian Muslims in a manner similar to the Bosnian divisions of the old Austro-Hungarian Empire....

New York City has weathered countless winter storms, but the Blizzard of 1996 stands out as one of the most dramatic moments in its modern history. Arriving in early January, the storm swept across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic with relentless force, transforming everyday routines into a struggle against nature. For three days beginning on January 6, snow fell in staggering amounts, creating a frozen landscape that New Yorkers would remember for decades....

Pamir, a majestic four-masted barque, stands as a testament to the craftsmanship of the esteemed German shipping company, F. Laeisz. This remarkable vessel, whose construction was a marvel of its time, bears witness to an important moment in maritime history. In 1949, she was the last commercial sailing ship to round Cape Horn. Pamir was built at the Blohm & Voss shipyards in Hamburg and launched on 29 July 1905....

German Panzer III in the Western desert, 1942. Panzer III design was composed of four sections – hull, turret, and front superstructure with the opening for the turret and rear superstructure with the engine deck. Each section was of a welded construction and all four were bolted together. The hull was divided into two main compartments divided by a bulkhead. The front compartment housed the gearbox and steering mechanism and the rear one both the fighting and engine compartment....

Sami group early 1900 eds and Lavvo tents in Tromsdalen. The Sámi form an indigenous ethnic group that settled in wide areas of Norway, Sweden, northern Finland, and on the Kola peninsula in Russia. It is difficult to establish their number, because ethnic definitions may vary, and the choice of identifying oneself as a Sámi is an individual one. The current estimate, however, places the total population between thirty thousand and fifty thousand, most of whom live in Norway....

Long before smartphone cameras and instant uploads, the family portrait was a carefully staged event. In the 1990s, visiting a photography studio was both a ritual and an occasion, one that promised a lasting image meant to represent the family at its best. These portraits, created under bright studio lights and deliberate direction, captured more than faces. They reflected the values, style, and visual language of an era that favored polish, coordination, and control....

Studio portraits of couples in the 1970s capture a unique mix of intimacy, style, and playful energy. Unlike the stiff, formal poses of previous decades, these photos often show couples relaxed and comfortable, bringing a sense of life and personality to the studio setting. While traditional backdrops and poses were still common, photographers and their subjects were clearly experimenting with a more natural and carefree approach, reflecting the spirit of the decade....

Berlin in the 1920s was a city of many social contrasts. While a large part of the population continued to struggle with high unemployment and deprivations in the aftermath of World War I, the upper class of society, and a growing middle class, gradually rediscovered prosperity and turned Berlin into a cosmopolitan city. During this decade, Berlin became the intellectual and creative center of Europe, doing pioneering work in the modern movements of literature, theatre, and the arts, and also in the fields of psychoanalysis, sociology, and science....

Terry Sawchuk, a face only a hockey puck could love. This face belongs to Terry Sawchuk, a 36-year-old goalie for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Re-created here, by a professional make-up artist and a doctor, are some of the more than 400 stitches he had earned during 16 years in the National Hockey League. Terry Sawchuk’s face was bashed over and over, but not all at one time. His wounds healed....

This vest weighed 11 lb (5.0 kg), fit close to the body, and was considered more comfortable. The gun players are WH Murphy and his assistant, of the Protective Garment Corporation of New York. By 1923, the Protective Garment Corporation of New York manufactured a lightweight vest for police use and they held a live demonstration in DC. The live demonstration took place at the Washington City police headquarters. They are inventors and salesmen trying to convince the police force that these bulletproof vests work and save lives....

French troops prepare to move on German positions. The Battle of the Somme, also known as the Somme Offensive, was one of the largest battles of the First World War. It was fought by the armies of the British and French empires against the German Empire and it took place between 1 July and 18 November 1916 on both sides of the upper reaches of the River Somme in France....