Immerse yourself in this captivating post that takes you through a series of images showcasing the breathtaking charm of nature as well as the vibrant hustle and bustle of city life. Explore and appreciate the multidimensional aspect of our vivid world!
Gordon’s Scars (1863)
Gordon’s scarred back became a symbol of slavery’s brutality, famously captured in 1863 photographs. His daring escape and the images’ widespread publication fueled the abolitionist movement, impacting public sentiment and influencing the outcome of the American Civil War.
French Asylum (1900)
In 1900 France, mental patients were often restrained using straightjackets or manacles. Treatment was primitive, their conditions largely misunderstood. This marked a pivotal period before the reform of mental health care in the 20th century.
Camp Treatment (1932)
Georgia, 1932: a prisoner tied around a pickaxe for punishment, at one of the many prison-labor camps that helped revitalize the Southern economy. Many photos such as this were taken by John L. Spivak, in his effort to expose the brutality of the convict-labor system.
