If you are asked to define and describe the most memorable and emotionally-stirring moments you have cherished and lessons you have learned throughout your life in just one word, which word would you use? Perseverance, curiosity, resilience, patience, heartbreak, joy, innocence and even ignorance might be some of the words that pop up in your head, right? Each of the photos in this collection could be summed up using one word simply because they tell stories that all humans can relate to and understand without having to say anything. Capturing the human experience on camera might seem like a daunting task, but this collection of photos proves that it is much easier to do than you might think. We truly hope that you enjoy exploring the emotional roller coaster of the human experience as much as we did while taking a moment to explore each of these 60 powerful photos.
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Brazilian protester jumps in front of gunfire during protest against police brutality and corruption.
Journalist runs across a bridge to rescue a baby during Civil War.
Jan Rose Kasmir offers flower to soldiers during 1967 anti-war protest.
Irish Teenager yells at British soldiers during period of unrest.
This Afghan girl’s curiosity led her into the hands of this American soldier.
Beijing man protests in Tiananmen Square.
Agim Shala passed through barbed wire fence to his family at Kosovo refugee camp
Sergeant Frank Praytor found time to care for a kitten during the Korean War.
This is a young child of the Erbore Tribe in Ethiopia.
Finding natural beauty in a time of unnatural war.
A KKK member’s child first glimpse at his reflection in full attire.
A beautiful Chhetri woman in Nepal
Covered faces with colorful smiles.
Anna Fisher, the very first mother in space.
This little boy doesn’t want to be left out of prayer.
Ballerinas from Rwanda’s Only Ballet School
When was the last time you were this excited over something so simple?
A very sad way to spend a wedding anniversary.
An emotional reunion of matrimony after spending 60 years apart.
Violinist playing at a funeral service for 9/11 victims.
This wounded soldier proved the truth behind his tattoo.
The love a young boy has for his dog is unbreakable.
A new type of groupie for this musician.
Caring Strangers a Save a Suicidal Woman’s Life
Captain Saves the Life of 6-Year Old Girl from Fire in Indiana
When you don’t need to speak a single word to say ‘Goodbye.’
North Korean waves goodbye to South Korean brother after temporary reunion.
Protester plays the piano with chaotic riot in the background.
100,000 Monks Praying Together for a Better World
A captivating photo after a 23-hour heart transplant surgery
The patient not only survived – he outlived the surgeon.
The excitement of a 10-year old after finalizing a divorce from her adult husband.
The scars of a death camp on a Rwandan boy’s head.
The beauty of an innocent conversation among childhood friends.
Robert L. Stirm being reunited with his family after the Vietnam War
A woman at a celebration in Papua New Guinea
Mursi Tribe Woman Finds Vogue Magazine
A family celebration when Minnesota officially legalized gay marriage.
The moment when you hold your child or grandchild for the very first time.
More tears of joy from the groom than the bride.
An albino baby snuggles up with his cousin during a much-needed nap.
One of many goofy moments after spending decades together in love.
The smile of an alcoholic on the road to recovery.
It’s clearly more than just a toy to this little boy.
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