If you love reading history books, observing historical artifacts at museums, or watching history unfold via movies and documentaries, you’re going to love this collection of photos. Below are some of the most interesting moments from history that we’ve seen — and some of the most entertaining. So, if you’ve ever wondered what Salvador Dali kept as a pet, how the Lincoln Memorial looked before it was installed, or what the eruption of Mount Vesuvius actually looked like from the ground, look no further. We’ve got all the images right here, and #19 just might surprise you.

























