Rare photos of the dangerous New York City’s subway system, 1970-1980 _ US
During the late 1970s and early 1980s, New York City’s subway system was one of the most dangerous places a person could be. Lucky for those of us who never had the chance to see it, Swiss photographer Willy Spiller…
These Old Photos Show What Gas Stations Looked Like in the US From the 1920s and 1940s.
Gas stations have long been a familiar sight on American roadways, serving as crucial pit stops for motorists on their journeys. However, the gas stations we encounter today bear little resemblance to their early counterparts from the 1920s and 1940s….
25 Vintage Snapshots of New Year’s Eve Parties in the 1950s and 1960s _ US-LGT
In the Gregorian calendar, New Year’s Eve, also known as Old Year’s Day or Saint Sylvester’s Day in many countries, is the evening or the entire day of the last day of the year, on 31 December. The last day…
Vintage Photographs Show High School Typing Classes from 1950s to 1970s
In the history of American education, one subject has played a pivotal role in equipping students with essential skills for the demands of the modern world: typing. The rise of typing classes in US high schools is a captivating chapter…
Music, Entertaining, Mini Skirts: 29 Vibrant Photos of Retro Girls on the Dancefloors in the 1960s
Dance, move, rhythm, music, entertainment, style, costume, fashion, twist, jive, miniskirt, energy,… All create a vibrant atmosphere. These images are typical of one of the most energetic generations. The Swinging Sixties. Retro Girls on the Dancefloors in the 1960s Retro…
Vintage Color Snapshots of Brighton in the 1970s
Brighton is a seaside resort and one of the two main areas of the city of Brighton and Hove. Once an ancient fishing village, it emerged as a health resort in the 18th century and grew into one of the…
Feathered Hair: The Popular Haircut in the 1970s and Early ’80s _ US-LGT
Feathered hair is a hairstyling technique that was popular in the 1970s and the early 1980s. It was designed for straight hair. The hair was layered, with either a side or a center parting. The hair would be brushed back…
48 Stunning Kodachrome Photos That Document Everyday Life in England From the Early 1950s
These stunning color photos were taken by photographer Max Leonard that documented everyday life in England around 1951-53. That Document Everyday Life in England From the Early 1950s That Document Everyday Life in England From the Early 1950s That Document…
Old Photos of Markets in London in the Early 20th Century
Markets in London have their origins in the middle ages and ancient charter; set up to serve the population of the City of London. Over time, some emerged as wholesale markets serving specific market segments — such as the sale…
The Sexiest Knees in America: The Curious Story of Mack Sennett’s Bathing Beauties From the 1910s and 1920s _ UK-LGT
In 1915, up-and-coming silent film actor and director Mack Sennett had a bold idea: He would form a bevy of young women to appear as a comedic element in his short films and for promotions across America. The group, to…