80 Fascinating Photos From American History

In 1776, the United States of America as we know it declared independence. And from the 18th century to today, the country has had a packed, complicated history, full of events that were inspiring, shocking, and heartbreaking. But reading about the past doesn’t always make it click the way a photograph can. That’s why we’ve rounded up some curious photos shared on the US History subreddit. From everyday slices of life to major turning points captured on camera, scroll down to check them out.