These Newly-Colorized Historical Photos Reveal Shocking Things

Vivien Leigh as Scarlett O'Hara

Vivien Leigh starred as Scarlett O'Hara in 1939's Gone With The Wind. Though she was British, she played the part of the Southern Belle perfectly, and it would go down in history as her most iconic role. Despite the fame, she was certain that Gone With The Wind would be a failure.

The Seaforth Highlanders

The Seaforth Highlanders are pictured here taking a break in their trench in 1915. Trench warfare was popular during World War I, and these soldiers were stationed near La Gorge, France. The Scottish infantry did its best to combat the Central Powers. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.