Chilling Photographs That'll Change Your Perspective

By | January 10, 2023

Grotesque and frightening, the gargoyles atop Paris’s Notre Dame Cathedral were meant to ward off evil spirits. 

History is often presented in a certain way, with a set narrative that can make it hard to see past the surface of what's being told. But there's so much more to history than what we see in the textbooks. This collection of photographs will show you a different side of the past - one that's eerie, thought-provoking, and maybe even a little chilling.

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Fantastical stone monsters guard Notre Dame Cathedral. (pinterest)

You'll see famous figures before they were famous, fads and trends that have long since passed, and a glimpse into everyday life in days gone by. From the fearsome gargoyles of Notre Dame Cathedral to ancient artifacts with hidden stories, there's always something new to discover in history.

One such example is the gargoyles atop Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. These stone demons have haunted us since the gothic church was built in the Middle Ages and are often believed to have been placed to ward off evil spirits. However, the gargoyles also have a more practical function, which is to hide the drain spouts that funnel rainwater off the roof to the cathedral. And did you know that no two gargoyles at Notre Dame Cathedral are the same? Each one is unique, giving rise to the idea that each one has its own distinct personality.

Join us on this thrilling journey as we explore the other side of history and discover the stories that aren't often told. Keep reading and get ready to have your perspective changed by our chilling photographs. 

1952 was a busy year for starlet Marilyn Monroe. She appeared in five films and weathered a nude pics scandal, and appears on the cover of “Life” magazine. 

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It is surprising that Marilyn Monroe had time to pose for this beautiful photo in 1952. She was awfully busy that year. (pinterest)

In 1952, starlet and sex symbol, Marilyn Monroe appeared in an astonishing five films. She had major roles in We’re Not Married, Monkey Business, Clash by Night, O. Henry’s Full House, and Don’t Bother to Knock. She also appeared on the cover of Life magazine wearing a flirty, off-the-shoulder dress. It may have been a banner year for the Hollywood queen except it was the same year that she faces a public scandal. It was revealed that she posed nude for a pin-up calendar back in 1949 before she was a star. Rather than deny the allegations, Marilyn admitted that the photos were of her, but she claimed she did the photoshoot during a time when she was desperate for money. The public forgave her indiscretions.