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95 Times People Captured Some Of The Coolest Moments In History That Now Transcend Generations

95 Times People Captured Some Of The Coolest Moments In History That Now Transcend Generations

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Scrolling online these days often feels predictable. Social media is filled with either vitriolic, divisive content or the same manufactured images from creators who strive for perfection. 
But sometimes we come across awesome content that compels us to share it or stop what we’re doing and dig deeper. You may find that kind of content in this subreddit, with a name that perfectly captures what it is all about. 
Here are some posts from the group that may spark your curiosity today. Enjoy scrolling, and upvote the ones that hook you and make you want to know more.

#81

Early black and white photo of The Quarrymen performing live during cool moments in history.
On this day in 1957 Paul McCartney first met John Lennon at the Woolton Village Fete when Lennon was singing with his band The Quarrymen. Fast forward to Oct. 14, and this is McCartney's first performance with the band.
3points

#82

Vintage team photo of Beverly Hills T-Ball Phillies 1983 as one of the cool moments in history.
Coach James Caan with his T Ball team, 1983.
3points

#83

Diana Rigg as Emma Peel in a black leather jumpsuit, showcasing one of the coolest moments in history.
Diana Rigg as Mrs. Emma Peel seen in color for the first time in this 1966 promotional short “The Strange Case of the Missing Corpse” to promote the upcoming color season of ‘The Avengers’.
3points

#84

A portrait of Lord Uxbridge next to his saw, glove, and prosthetic leg from cool moments in history.
Today marks 210 years since Henry Paget lost his leg to a cannonball at Waterloo, cracked a joke mid-amputation, came back to dine at the blood-stained table, and watched his severed limb get its own tombstone, spark a diplomatic row, and end up in a furnace.
3points

#85

A group of men sitting at a table with scripts, depicting one of the coolest moments in history.
Jack Benny, Herb Vigran, Mel Blanc and a very young Harry Shearer at a table reading for the Jack Benny Program (1953).
3points

#86

Keith Moon playing drums with a young boy in a vintage photo of historical musical moments.
Keith Moon of The Who demonstrating a drum technique for his 12-year-old godson, Zak Starkey, at Drum City music shop in London back on September 13, 1977. Taken on Zak's 12th birthday, "Uncle Keith" brought Ringo Starr's son to the shop and bought him his very first real drum kit.
3points

#87

Vintage black and white portrait of Miles Davis wearing sunglasses, representing cool moments in history.
Miles Davis looking super cool!
3points

#88

Black and white photo of Elvis Presley running outdoors, capturing one of the coolest moments in history.
Elvis and Charles Bronson on the set of Kid Galahad in 1962.
3points

#89

Artistic sculpture of a face inside a glass bottle held by a hand, showcasing unique artwork from history.
“First the man takes the drink, then the drink takes the man.” Made from bronze, glass, and silver patina by Thomas Lerooy in 2014.
2points

#90

Detailed view of an ornate vintage shell-shaped vanity kit, capturing historic craftsmanship.
This is a very gorgeous carved shell and engraved gilt sewing kit lined with blue silk, Made in Paris, c. 1815-1820.
2points

#91

Grace Jones applying makeup to Cab Calloway in one of the coolest moments in history.
Grace Jones with Cab Calloway during his 85th birthday celebration in New York.
2points

#92

Dennis Hopper and John Huston visiting filmmaker John Ford in bed, capturing candid moments in history.
Dennis Hopper, John Ford and John Huston by Victor Skrebneski, Palm Springs, 1971.
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2points

#93

A smiling soldier posing outdoors in uniform, captured in one of the coolest moments in history.
A young Billy Connolly during his time serving with the Territorial Army Reserve in the 15th (Scottish) Battalion, the Parachute Regiment. Early 1970s.
2points

#94

Steve McQueen standing in an office with racing photos on the wall, capturing cool moments in history.
Steve McQueen in his office in Los Angeles, 1969. Photo by Milton Greene.
2points

#95

Keith Richards holding a puppy outdoors, capturing one of the coolest moments in history.
Keith Richards with his dog Boogie outside the Coventry Theatre, 1971. Photo by Christopher Lawrence.
2points
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