It’s a wonder the cat didn’t try to claw on those long skirts or with the yarn in her hands. This must have been a well-behaved kitty.

Ok, maybe it’s just waiting for the yarn to drop.

It was 1923, the world was doing fine. And these cats knew it. No cat-astrophes, as far as they could tell.

Then again, cats don’t really have to worry about international affairs.

John Moistan, “The King of Aviators,” was born on April 25, 1868. And that’s his cat, Mademoiselle Fifi, in a shot taken around 1910-1911.

A very photogenic cat and quite a calm companion, if you ask us.

Sam Donahue and his band played a lot of gigs back in the day.

They were so good that even this cat took notice and crashed the set.

This hilarious 1914 photo has 4 adorable kittens looking perplexed.

Amazing to think that the photographer was able to make them pose and stay still for the shot.

Bascom N. Timmons, journalist and president of the National Press Club, owned this cat named Timmie.

The bird is Caruso, owned by President Coolridge. Apparently, the 2 animals really were friends!

Nothing but pure innocence and a whole lot of cuteness here. Even the cat is loving the moment.

All we really know about this photo is that it was taken on an October day in Colorado.

That’s not a lack of attention, it’s a cat being a cat.

And even the photographer knew it.

Well who wouldn’t go for the milk if the bucket was left exposed?

Cat saw the opportunity. Cat licked the opportunity.

1937 must have been tough. These 2 look to have enjoyed quite a few drinks.

The buzz and the fuzz.

Someone sure is concerned that the kittens won’t finish their dinner.

This cat worked long and hard to provide a meal, and it looks like those kittens aren’t leaving the table until it’s gone.

Bobbie the cat could care less about the goodbyes going on. He’s got somewhere to be and he won’t wait.

Or was that a farewell leg rub?

No one wants their dinner delayed especially after a long hard day.

Those eyes tell us everything we need to know.

It was 1947 and this cat was thirsty. But it’s not like he could order for himself.

Free beer is so much better.

The 1918 pandemic saw men and women donning masks to protect themselves and those around them.

That sounds familiar, right?

Even the kitten was doing its part.

Or supporter, depending on the cat’s mood.

We all know cats have all sorts of weird moods.

It can get lonely out at sea.

This sailor knew what the best cures were. One can only go so far with a bottle, but with cats, the world seems better both day and night.

Pooli the cat served aboard a United States attack transport during World War II. This was her birthday shot.

This brave kitty served 15 years of her life on board.

Such a sweet mom. No one knows why but she chose to take those chicks under her… wing?

Well whatever it was, her adorable face is one full of love.

Cats really did serve on ships and they really had hammocks.

Just look at how much these men enjoyed the company of their furry compatriot.