Some of the world’s most stunning photographs have appeared in National Geographic magazine. Talented and adventurous photographers took them all over the world. National Geographic’s photo archives stretch back nearly a century.

More than 11 million photos are in the archive. There are hidden treasures in that mass. These photos exemplify the best photojournalism in the world. But they can also be viewed as works of art. Dive into the early years of the National Geographic archives.