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These images show how people viewed solar eclipses through the years.

ByPam Wright
August 21, 2017Updated: August 21, 2017, 4:25 pm EDTPublished: August 21, 2017, 4:25 pm EDT


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Amateur astronomers viewing an eclipse of the sun June 19, 1936, from the Northern Heights in Hornsey, London. (Photo by E. Dean/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)




Fashion may change, and technology certainly changes, but one thing that seems to defy time is our fascination with the heavens.

Humankind has reached for the stars to tell stories, navigate and aspire to greatness. Few celestial events are more awe-inspiring than a total solar eclipse. On Monday, America will stop for a collective gander at the Great American Solar Eclipse.

(MORE: Total Solar Eclipse Stuns Crowds Across Oregon)

Have a look at these vintage eclipse photos, some of which date back to the beginning of the 20th century.

Be sure to follow weather.com's live Chasing Eclipse 2017 broadcast on all social media platforms Monday and use the hashtag #ChasingEclipse2017 when posting your eclipse photos. And maybe one day, your shots of the eclipse will be considered vintage by future generations.

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