Learning about the past was fun for some history buffs, but those school lessons could be a dread for the rest of us. The mere sight of a history textbook was sufficient to lull us to slumber! Now, with the aid of these captivating pictures, we find ourselves once again harboring disdain towards the curriculum. Why? Because it turns out class didn’t have to be so dull, and these snapshots giving a peek into our world’s wild past prove that. Prepare yourself to witness historic moments in a manner that you have never experienced before.
Mr. Rogers and Officer Clemmons Challenge the Laws of Segregation
When Mr. Rogers comes to mind, you probably reminisce about either his enduring children’s program or the biopic depicting him, featuring Tom Hanks. However, this photo is from a pretty special episode in which Mr. Rogers brought out a guest named Officer Clemmons, and the two shared a dip in a pool. Though it may seem ordinary now, it’s important to recall that segregation still existed in the United States of America in 1969. And one of the flashpoints around desegregation was public swimming pools. Therefore, their act was essentially a form of protest, demonstrating to children that despite their different skin colors, both individuals were equal.
Therefore, their act was essentially a form of protest, demonstrating to children that despite their different skin colors, both individuals were equal.