Is Albert Einstein Wiser in His Older Years?

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The discussion centers around the cultural impact of Albert Einstein's image, particularly how it has been used in various contexts, including being etched into landscapes and depicted on bombs. Participants question the prevalence of older representations of Einstein, suggesting that these images convey a sense of wisdom and intelligence that resonates more with the public. There is also curiosity about whether a younger Einstein from 1905 would be recognizable to most people, highlighting the iconic status of his older likeness. The conversation reflects on the significance of visual representation in shaping public perception of historical figures.
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i guess you know you have impacted the world when your face has been etched into a natural landscape...
 
or painted on the side of a bomb...
 
When was his face painted onto the side of a bomb?
 
Why is it that it is always on older version of Einstein that is pictured? Would most of the world recognize an image of a young Einstein in 1905?
 
Cos and Old Einstein looks smarter and wiser than young einstein.
 

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