The history of the world has many instances where certain moments became a turning point for not just our collective future but also photography. For instance, the first X-ray image by Wilhelm Röntgen was a pivotal moment for both image-making and humankind. Similarly, at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th, a spectacular group photograph was captured, likely one that will be challenging to replicate today. Why? Scroll below to find out more.














