The World’s Oldest Photos Help Shred Light on the Rare Side of History

Published on November 9, 2020
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The First News Paragraph

The first new paragraph picture was taken in 1847. The man featured in the image, along with the photographer, are both unknown. This particular image was the reason for there being a change in the way news was delivered to the public.

The First News Paragraph

The First News Paragraph

The First Presidential Portrait

The president that was the first to be captured in a presidential portrait was John Quincy Adams and was taken in 1843. Each President of the US obtains an official portrait. However, all the presidents between George Washington to James Monroe have never come across an opportunity to be photographed.

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The First Presidential Portrait

The First Presidential Portrait