These Newly-Colorized Historical Photos Reveal Shocking Things

Orange Pickers in California, 1931

The dust bowl drove many Midwest Americans to the west coast in search of better jobs during the Great Depression. Many people weren't lucky enough to find work, but some did pick up occasional seasonal fruit picking jobs if the crops were good.

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The Leaning Tower of Pisa never stood up straight.
Since 1945, all British tanks have been equipped with the necessary items for making tea.

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