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TimeGuessr #460 Answer & Analysis

سلام (Hello!) in Persian (Farsi)
Welcome to today’s edition of Daily Photo Analysis! Dive into the stories behind yesterday’s most intriguing photos from TimeGuessr #460, from Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024.
Table of Contents
Photo 1: A Caspian Airlines airplane pictured after overrunning the runway
Photo 2: Celebrity couple being interviewed at the 60th Academy Awards
Photo 3: A reenactment of the painting 'The Death of Major Peirson' in Saint Helier, Jersey
Photo 4: A group performing in Dam Square, Amsterdam on Koninginnedag
Photo 5: A fundraiser clock for a new YMCA building in New York
Photo 1: A Caspian Airlines airplane pictured after overrunning the runway

Associated Press / Alamy Stock Photo
Summary of Analysis:
Signage: There is a visible sign on the aircraft with the name "Caspian Airlines." The text on the signage, combined with the Iranian flag on the tail, indicates that the airline is from Iran.
Architecture and Infrastructure: The surroundings suggest an urban area with low-rise buildings typical of Middle Eastern cities. The presence of a wide road and multiple emergency vehicles suggests the photo was taken in or near an urban center.
Crowd and Attire: The crowd is dressed in a mix of formal uniforms and casual clothing. The attire seems to reflect a mix of Middle Eastern and international styles, which supports the location being in Iran.
Geographical Features: There are no distinct natural geographical features visible, but the urban infrastructure indicates the scene takes place in a city.
General Context: The photo likely captures the aftermath of an emergency landing or accident involving a Caspian Airlines aircraft in an urban area in Iran. The emergency response and presence of foam on the runway are indicative of an emergency situation.
Year:
The photo was likely taken in 2020.
The modern emergency vehicles and the aircraft model (which looks like a McDonnell Douglas MD-83, common until the early 2000s) indicate a recent event.
The uniforms of the emergency responders and the general condition of the infrastructure suggest a timeframe within the last decade.
The presence of smartphones and modern vehicles further supports a date from the late 2010s to early 2020s.
Location:
The location is Tehran, Iran.
This conclusion is drawn from the airline (Caspian Airlines is an Iranian airline) and the style of architecture.
The presence of the Iranian flag on the aircraft’s tail and the emergency responders' attire further solidify this conclusion.
Photo 2: Celebrity couple being interviewed at the 60th Academy Awards

Alan Light, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Summary of Analysis:
Signage: A banner with the number "60" is visible in the background, possibly indicating a significant anniversary event, such as the 60th Academy Awards.
Architecture and Infrastructure: The architecture features ornate, classical detailing, which is consistent with historic buildings in Hollywood, California.
Crowd and Attire: The people in the photo are dressed in formal evening wear, indicating an event of significant importance, likely an awards ceremony.
Geographical Features: The setting is urban with an iconic, ornate building, typical of a landmark location in a major city.
General Context: The combination of the number 60 and the formal attire suggests this is likely the 60th Academy Awards, which took place in 1988 in Hollywood.
Year:
The image appears to be taken in 1988.
The formal fashion of the 1980s, especially the tuxedos and gowns, suggests a timeframe within this decade.
The presence of the "60" banner is a key clue, pointing to the 60th Academy Awards in 1988.
The hairstyles and design of the event infrastructure are consistent with the late 1980s.
Location:
The location is Hollywood, California, USA.
The architecture, along with the context of the event, strongly indicates this is outside the Dolby Theatre or another prominent venue in Hollywood.
The "60" likely refers to the 60th Academy Awards, confirming the Hollywood location.
Photo 3: A reenactment of the painting 'The Death of Major Peirson' in Saint Helier, Jersey

Duncan Slater / Alamy Stock Photo
Summary of Analysis:
Signage: There are flags in the background, including one that resembles the Union Jack, suggesting a British or Commonwealth event.
Architecture and Infrastructure: The buildings in the background have a Georgian architectural style, common in many historic British towns.
Crowd and Attire: The people are dressed in a mix of modern outdoor clothing and historical costumes, indicating a reenactment or historical event.
Geographical Features: The setting appears to be a town square with cobblestone streets, typical of many historic British or European towns.
General Context: This image likely depicts a historical reenactment or cultural event, possibly related to British history or a local celebration.
Year:
This picture appears to have been shot in 2010.
The modern attire mixed with historical costumes suggests a reenactment event in the 21st century.
The quality of the photograph and the modernity of some of the clothing styles suggest a more recent date, such as the point & shoot camera feature.
The flag design and style suggest it was taken in a post-2000 event celebrating or reenacting British history.
Location:
The location is St. Helier, Jersey.
This conclusion is drawn from the presence of the British flags, the Georgian architecture, and the unique cultural event likely tied to the local history of Jersey.
The specific design of the Union Jack and the other flags suggest this location within the Channel Islands, specifically Jersey.
Photo 4: A group performing in Dam Square, Amsterdam on Koninginnedag

Fotograaf Onbekend / Anefo, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Summary of Analysis:
Signage: The sign visible reads "Standplaats," which is Dutch for "Taxi Stand," indicating a location in the Netherlands.
Architecture and Infrastructure: The buildings in the background feature typical Dutch architecture with tall, narrow facades, which is characteristic of Amsterdam.
Crowd and Attire: The crowd is dressed in typical 1970s fashion, with long hair and casual clothing, consistent with the era of rock concerts and protests.
Geographical Features: The large square with the obelisk in the background identifies this location as the Dam Square in Amsterdam.
General Context: The combination of the architecture, signage, and crowd style suggests this is an event or concert in Amsterdam during the 1970s.
Year:
The scene depicted is probably from 1973.
The long hairstyles, fashion, and musical instruments are consistent with the early 1970s.
The black-and-white photography style and the presence of certain musical equipment also help date this to the early 70s.
The design of the signage and the appearance of the square suggest a period from the early 1970s.
Location:
The location is Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The Dutch language on the sign and the identifiable architecture of the Dam Square confirm this location as Amsterdam.
The presence of the National Monument in the background further solidifies this conclusion.
Photo 5: A fundraiser clock for a new YMCA building in New York

Fotograaf Onbekend / Anefo, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Summary of Analysis:
Signage: The large circular sign in the center reads "YMCA," a prominent organization in New York City, indicating a likely location in New York.
Architecture and Infrastructure: The surrounding buildings are high-rise, early 20th-century architecture, typical of Manhattan, New York City.
Crowd and Attire: The crowd is dressed in early 20th-century fashion, with men wearing bowler hats and women in long dresses, which matches styles from the 1910s.
Geographical Features: The urban setting with tall buildings and crowded streets is consistent with Manhattan during the early 20th century.
General Context: This image likely captures a fundraising or public event in New York City, related to the YMCA, during the early 1900s.
Year:
The photograph is likely from 1919.
The fashion, especially the bowler hats and long coats, is consistent with the pre-World War I era.
The design of the cars and the architecture suggests a time period in the early the 1910s. As the cars are the style before the WW1 era of cars
Location:
The location is New York City, New York, USA.
The large "YMCA" sign and the early 20th-century skyscrapers are unmistakably indicative of New York City, particularly in the financial district or midtown Manhattan. Specifically Wall Street & Broad Street, in the background there is an advertisement for the Wall Street Journal and the fundraising sign has Broad Street listed.
The density of the buildings and the specific style of architecture align with Manhattan's iconic skyline from the early 1900s.
Personal Score
TimeGuessr #460 37,871/50,000
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I felt tricked by the reenactment of the “The Death of Major Peirson” painting, as I was certain this was in Boston outside of Faneuil Hall but was shocked when I learned it was in Jersey.
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