That’s What Life in the U.S. Looked Like in the 1950s
The 1950s were a decade marked by the post-World War II boom, the dawn of the Cold War and the Civil Rights movement in the United States. During the 1950s, the United States was the world’s strongest military power….
Los Angeles Was Covered in Snow, Here Are 20 Vintage Photos of the Rare Snowfall in January 1949
Snow used to fall in L.A. about once every few years, but 1949 was one of the last, with up to a foot of snow falling in parts of the city. Smaller snows would be recorded in 1957 and…
36 Captivating Color Photographs Depicting Christmas Winter Scenes in 1950s United States
Video Player is loading. Winter is always cold and long, but you have to make the most of the season. Take a look at how people used to celebrate the snow and ice from the 1950s: a family out…
35 Cool Snaps Capture Teenagers Wearing Cuffed Jeans in the 1950s
Jeans are a type of pants or trousers, typically made from denim or dungaree cloth which were invented by Jacob W. Davis in partnership with Levi Strauss & Co. in 1871. Originally designed for miners, modern jeans was popularized…
Delivering Blocks of Ice – The Story of the Icemen Through Vintage Photos
In the bygone era, a remarkable chapter in history unfolded, centered around the dedicated men known as the icemen. These individuals embarked on a crucial mission to deliver blocks of ice, playing an indispensable role in a time before…
January 22, 1970: Inaugural Flight of the Boeing 747 from New York to London
Longer than the Wright brothers’ first flight, wider than a boulevard, and with a tail height as tall as a six-story building, the 747 was a revolution in aviation technology and the passenger experience when it entered service on…
46 Amazing Photos Capture People Gathering on Christmas Day in the First Half of the 20th Century
Christmas wasn’t just about religion; it became a worldwide celebration, bringing joy and goodwill to everyone and weaving itself into the cultural traditions of different nations. People often gather with family and friends, exchange gifts, enjoy special meals, and…
50 Cool Pics That Show the Fashion Trend of Young Women in the 1980s
A photo set of cool girls that show the fashion trend of young women from the 1980s.
Before Television – Interesting Photos of People With Their Radios During the Radio Golden Age
The old-time radio era, sometimes referred to as the Golden Age of Radio, was an era of radio programming during which radio was the dominant electronic home entertainment medium. It began with the birth of commercial radio broadcasting in…
Interesting Vintage Photos of Los Angeles Railway Streetcars
We are looking east on Oregon Avenue in 1906, which was the original name of Santa Monica Boulevard in this part of Los Angeles, California. The line going off the left of the frame could be the Westgate Line…