These are rare and interesting photos that show a different and eye-opening side to many historical events and figures. They stunningly capture relationships and interesting sides of famous people we never saw before. Some will surprise you or make you laugh, while some will make you appreciate history.

This punt gun was capable of discharging over a pound of shot at a time and could kill over 50 birds. This had a great negative effect on the birds and by the 1860s, it was banned in most states.

1939, a crowd in New York (there is not one unhatted head)

A unique Adolf Hitler photo that captures the blue in his eyes

1923, the testing of a bulletproof vest

1967, when Sweden switched sides of the road

1935, German soldier takes while on the back of a trained horse

1945, a crowded ship as it brought American troops after V-Day to New York

General Ambrose Burnside of the Civil war: his unusual facial hair led to coining of the word “sideburns”.

1905, first bananas in Norway

1937. A clear depiction of the class divide that existed pre-war Britain.