Címke: 1935

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Padaung women playing cards in a hotel in London, 1935.

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In 1935, Padaung women traveled to London to showcase their unique culture and traditions. One of the most remarkable images of this visit is a photo of the women playing cards in a hotel. The Padaung people, also known as the “Giraffe Women”, are a minority ethnic group from Myanmar. The women are known for wearing distinctive brass coils around their necks, which give them a distinctively elongated appearance. This is an amazing example of how cultures can come together and how a group of women can be so proud of their culture in such an unfamiliar place. Padaung women playing cards in a hotel in London, 1935. részletei…

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Malcolm Campbell presenting his vehicle called Bluebird to journalists in 1935.

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On October 5th, 1935, Sir Malcolm Campbell presented his vehicle called Bluebird to the press. It was a revolutionary car – a 12-cylinder, 4.9 liter engine with a maximum speed of 150 mph. The car was designed for land speed record attempts, and was the first to use aerodynamic principles to reduce drag. The body was sleek, low and streamlined, with a pointed nose and a long tail. Malcolm Campbell was an accomplished racer and held multiple land speed records. He was determined to make his Bluebird the fastest car in the world, and wanted to prove that British engineering … Malcolm Campbell presenting his vehicle called Bluebird to journalists in 1935. részletei…

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Men stand in 45-ton steel pipe over the Hoover Dam, 1935.

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In 1935, a group of engineers and construction workers stood atop the Hoover Dam in a remarkable feat of engineering. The men stood in a 45-ton steel pipe, suspended over the dam, in order to measure the pressure of the water flowing through. This innovation allowed for the construction of the dam to proceed safely and securely. This is just one example of the amazing feats of engineering that have gone into constructing the Hoover Dam. The dam is an impressive structure that has been standing since 1935, and it stands as a testament to the hard work, dedication, and … Men stand in 45-ton steel pipe over the Hoover Dam, 1935. részletei…