Amazing Old Color Photos - Russia & USA

In summary, the conversation discussed a link to a collection of old color photos from Russia and America, and the technology used to capture these photos. The conversation also touched on the history of algebra and the connection to one of the photos in the Russian collection.
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Have you guys seen this:
http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2010/08/russia_in_color_a_century_ago.html

Very cool.

Also:
http://blogs.denverpost.com/captured/2010/07/26/captured-america-in-color-from-1939-1943/2363/

If it hasn't been posted yet.

Anyone else know of any really cool old color photos? (The russian ones used 3 B&W filtered cameras, neat tech)
 
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The tech is really cool, isn't it? I especially enjoyed the Russian photos.
 
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Hepth said:
Have you guys seen this:
http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2010/08/russia_in_color_a_century_ago.html

Very cool.

Also:
http://blogs.denverpost.com/captured/2010/07/26/captured-america-in-color-from-1939-1943/2363/

If it hasn't been posted yet.

Anyone else know of any really cool old color photos? (The russian ones used 3 B&W filtered cameras, neat tech)

Fantastic! thanks for the links.
 
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Presumably these must have been projected to view?
The 3color filter technology hasn't really changed today - but there would have been no way of printing in color then.
 
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Hepth said:
Have you guys seen this:
http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2010/08/russia_in_color_a_century_ago.html

Very cool.

Also:
http://blogs.denverpost.com/captured/2010/07/26/captured-america-in-color-from-1939-1943/2363/

If it hasn't been posted yet.

Anyone else know of any really cool old color photos? (The russian ones used 3 B&W filtered cameras, neat tech)

I can't remember for sure, but I believe it was Borek about a year ago that introduced us to these images.

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Yup. It was https://www.physicsforums.com/showpost.php?p=2438986&postcount=3825" , in the most cultured of threads.

:smile:
 
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Yes and now tineye has 64 results on that particular picture in 1.423 seconds that is.
 
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Hepth said:
Have you guys seen this:
http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2010/08/russia_in_color_a_century_ago.html

Very cool.
Trivia question: Which of the 34 pictures in the Russian collection (link in quote) has the strongest connection to an algorithm, and why?
 
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Gokul43201 said:
Trivia question: Which of the 34 pictures in the Russian collection (link in quote) has the strongest connection to an algorithm, and why?

I'd be interested to know the answer.


I was amazed when Borek first showed these- still am!
 
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fuzzyfelt said:
I'd be interested to know the answer.
The answer I was looking for is picture 7/8, of the Khan of the Russian protectorate of Khorezm. For most of the 1st millenium AD, Khorezm (then known as Khwarizm), was the seat of a Persian kingdom, and the birthplace of one Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi (Al-Khwarizmi, for short), the mathematician who is credited with inventing algebra. In fact, the word 'algebra' is derived from Al-Khwarizmi's treatise, titled Kitab al jabr w al muqabala (commonly abbreviated as Al Jabr). And the word 'algorithm' is named after Al-Khwarizmi himself, via the Latin version of his name, Algoritmi.
 
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Gokul43201 said:
The answer I was looking for is picture 7/8, of the Khan of the Russian protectorate of Khorezm. For most of the 1st millenium AD, Khorezm (then known as Khwarizm), was the seat of a Persian kingdom, and the birthplace of one Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi (Al-Khwarizmi, for short), the mathematician who is credited with inventing algebra. In fact, the word 'algebra' is derived from Al-Khwarizmi's treatise, titled Kitab al jabr w al muqabala (commonly abbreviated as Al Jabr). And the word 'algorithm' is named after Al-Khwarizmi himself, via the Latin version of his name, Algoritmi.

You sure? I think Al Gore invented the algorithm.
 
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lisab said:
You sure? I think Al Gore invented the algorithm.

:smile:
 
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lisab said:
You sure? I think Al Gore invented the algorithm.
Brilliant! I like it. :biggrin:
 
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Gokul43201 said:
The answer I was looking for is picture 7/8, of the Khan of the Russian protectorate of Khorezm. For most of the 1st millenium AD, Khorezm (then known as Khwarizm), was the seat of a Persian kingdom, and the birthplace of one Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi (Al-Khwarizmi, for short), the mathematician who is credited with inventing algebra. In fact, the word 'algebra' is derived from Al-Khwarizmi's treatise, titled Kitab al jabr w al muqabala (commonly abbreviated as Al Jabr). And the word 'algorithm' is named after Al-Khwarizmi himself, via the Latin version of his name, Algoritmi.

Fascinating! Thanks!
 

FAQ: Amazing Old Color Photos - Russia & USA

What is the significance of these old color photos?

The significance of these old color photos is that they provide a glimpse into the past and allow us to see what life was like in Russia and the USA during a specific time period. They also showcase the advancements in photography and technology.

When were these photos taken?

These photos were taken in the early to mid-20th century, between the 1920s and 1950s.

Who took these photos?

The photos were taken by various photographers, both professional and amateur, who were living in Russia or the USA at the time. Some of the photographers include Alfred Eisenstaedt, Margaret Bourke-White, and Max Alpert.

How were these photos preserved for so long?

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Can these photos provide any historical insights?

Yes, these photos can provide valuable historical insights into the cultural, social, and political climate of Russia and the USA during the time period they were taken. They can also offer a unique perspective on how daily life and landscapes have changed over the years.

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