A photo can capture much more than what's put in front of the lens. In one moment and one limited frame, an entire piece of history can shine through. These 30 incredible shots capture times past, but have cultural impacts that resonate even today. They are chilling, quotidian, and inspiring. They speak to our collective past.
1. Navajo medicine man, ca. 1904
New World Encyclopedia
This man's items were integral to his medicinal and ritual practices.
2. Medical students with cadavers, date unknown
ebaumsworld
The practice of cutting up dead bodies for research dates back hundreds, if not thousands, of...