This Is What That Looked Like in the 1950s
Here we go… This is what alot of oranges looked like at the Miami Orange Bowl Game, 1951. This is what a canoe on a 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 looked like in 1957. This is what 5 best…
22 Old Photos That Show What Telephones Looked Like in the 1960s
In the USA, at the start of the 1960s, telephones were generally the desk model with a rotary dial. Invariably in shiny black or possibly red, or “industrial” dark green. Around 1962 or 1963, phone designers started thinking about the…
Annette Funicello: America’s Sweetheart and Beloved Disney Icon
Annette Funicello was a name that resonated with millions of fans and a face that charmed audiences around the world. Born on October 22, 1942, in Utica, New York, Annette Joanne Funicello captured the hearts of an entire generation as…
Before iPhone, There Was Ericofon aka Cobra Phone
The Ericofon is a one-piece plastic telephone created by the Ericsson Company of Sweden and marketed through the second half of the 20th century. It was the first commercially marketed telephone to incorporate the dial and handset into a single…
Incredible Photos Show How College Dorm Life Has Changed in the U.S Over 100 Years
The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s archives department has put together a collection of photos showing how student housing in the US has changed over the past 110 years. This woman’s dorm room from 1898 isn’t much different from modern day dorms: Pennants, books,…
San Juan in the 1900s – 30 Vintage Pictures Show the Capital of Puerto Rico Over 100 Years Ago
San Juan is the capital and most populous city in Puerto Rico. Founded in 1521 by Juan Ponce de León, who named it City of Puerto Rico (Rich Port). The capital of Puerto Rico is the oldest city under U.S. jurisdiction,…
Adorable Color Pics That Show What Kids Wore in the 1950s
That’s what kids looked like in the 1950s.
George Reeves: Exploring the Enigmatic Life and Legacy of Superman’s First Portrayer
George Reeves, an actor whose name became synonymous with the iconic superhero Superman, left an indelible mark on pop culture and television history. As the first actor to portray the Man of Steel on-screen, Reeves became an instant sensation. His life, however,…
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….