These Newly-Colorized Historical Photos Reveal Shocking Things

Working Class Oregon 

This photo depicts an unemployed lumber worker in 1939. His social security number is tattooed on his arm, identifying him as Thomas Cave. He and his wife found themselves out of work during the Great Depression. This picture was taken by the iconic portrait photographer Dorothea Lange.

Sophia Loren

Italian beauty Sophia Loren appeared in her first film, Quo Vadis, at just 17 years old. She often took on roles as the seductress of comic stars. She gave some valuable advice to hardworking actresses, saying that it's important to look back on your life critically and recognize moments where you took jobs or opportunities that you didn't want just because you felt like you had to and to not put that pressure on yourself.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.