45 Rarely Seen Historical Photos That Tell a Lesser-Known Story

#32: The Impromptu Beatles Rooftop Concert, London, 1969

Rock ‘n’ roll has a long and interesting history that dates back to the 1960s. This 1969 photo shows The Beatles’ iconic rooftop concert on the rooftop of their Apple Corps headquarters in central London. The image immortalizes the legendary band as they perform atop a building, surrounded by an enthralled audience and a backdrop of city streets.

The atmosphere crackles with energy and sheer musical brilliance as one of the World’s greatest bands had its final public performances. This snapshot encapsulates a pivotal moment in music history, whereby the Beatles acted as a group for the last time and changed the course of music history.