The internet lets you explore nearly any image you desire, and the r/[Dang]thatsinteresting subreddit is a treasure trove of fascinating finds. From historical events to wonders of nature, it showcases 23 standout photos from the past month.
During World War II, the U.S. emerged as a dominant naval force, rivaled closely by Japan. A striking image from the 1950s captures an armada of decommissioned ships, including destroyers and aircraft carriers, in San Diego, offering a glimpse into the military’s power and the unique tales behind each vessel.
One intriguing tidbit involves the Laffey, a ship that survived nuclear testing only to serve again in Korea. Its decontamination process involved extensive cleaning measures, highlighting the extreme lengths taken to repurpose these naval giants.
The coast of New Zealand has very strong winds, so the trees here have learned how to grow.
16 stories beneath midtown Manhattan, NYC.
“I got a souvenir from the 3rd SpaceX Starship Superheavy launch! I found a 100% intact hexagonal heat tile with almost no damage!”
Just a few of the ships mothballed after World War II in San Diego.
“I got a souvenir from the 3rd SpaceX Starship Superheavy launch! I found a 100% intact hexagonal heat tile with almost no damage!”
Helicopter thermal imaging finds missing lost girl in Florida swamp.
Champagne inspector wearing a special mask to protect against a sudden bottle explosion. California, 1933.
A third atomic bomb was scheduled to be detonated over an undisclosed location in Japan.
Daft Punk performing without their helmet in a club in France, 1996.
Rare example of a leafcutter bee sharing its nest with a wolf spider.
The only piece of glass from the World Trade Center that survived 9/11
The Chernobyl nuclear power plant after the explosion.
Just a ‘normal day’ in Taiwan.
The inside of the Leaning Tower Of Pisa.
Vietnamese click farm.
Japan’s first private rocket explodes seconds after lift off.
Vietnamese click farm.