What Makes A Moment “Historic”?

"In some cases, only the passage of time and the consequence of that ‘moment’ makes us realize just how special it was; in other cases, regardless of time, context or place, we just KNOW right there and then that what we’re looking at will ultimately have a huge say in shaping human history. With that in mind, we decided to gather together some of the most powerful, inspiring, and shocking historical photos ever taken. Some of these photos have shaped human history, some documented human acts of bravery, kindness, and horror. From the old world to the new, this is the story of the human experience."

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What Makes A Moment “Historic”?