These Newly-Colorized Historical Photos Reveal Shocking Things

Dutch Resistance Fighters

These Dutch Resistance fighters were armed with confiscated German weapons following the Netherlands' liberation in 1944. The Dutch soldiers aided allies with "counterintelligence, domestic sabotage, and communications" to drive the Nazis out.

Jackie and JFK's Wedding

Senator John F. Kennedy and his new wife Jackie were photographed at their wedding in Newport, Rhode Island in 1953. Known as "America's couple," this was as close as the United States ever got to a royal wedding. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.