An American Soldier Coming Home – 1917
In 1917, as World War I raged across Europe, thousands of American soldiers were deployed overseas to fight in what was then called “The Great War.” But for those fortunate enough to return home, the journey back was just as…
The Electric Bathtub – A 1910 Innovation
In 1910, the world was entering a new era of technological advancements, and one of the more unusual inventions of the time was the electric bathtub. At a time when electricity was revolutionizing daily life, inventors were eager to apply…
Livable Houses on St Kilda, Scotland – 160 Years Ago
Around 160 years ago, the remote island of St Kilda, off the coast of Scotland, was home to one of the most isolated communities in Britain. Life on St Kilda was harsh, shaped by the rugged landscape and the relentless…
A Family with Their Covered Wagon – Kansas, 1908
In the early 20th century, life on the American frontier was still shaped by the traditions of westward expansion. In 1908, a family traveling through Kansas with their covered wagon would have embodied the resilience and determination that defined this…
48 Cars in a Parking Elevator in Downtown Chicago – 1936
Imagine a parking lot in Chicago, but instead of sprawling underground garages or towering multi-level structures, you see an innovative elevator system lifting cars up and down with remarkable efficiency. This was how Chicago in 1936 tackled the challenge of…
Children at Play in 1940s New York: A Glimpse into Childhood in the Big Apple
In the 1940s, the streets of New York City were alive with the laughter and energy of children. Unlike today, when playgrounds are carefully designed and supervised, the city itself was their playground. From the narrow alleys of the Lower…
USS Langley – The First American Aircraft Carrier: Converted from a Coal Cargo Ship (1928)
USS Langley (CV-1): The First American Aircraft Carrier Ladies and gentlemen, today we take a step back in time to explore a milestone in naval aviation—the birth of the first American aircraft carrier, the USS Langley (CV-1). This ship, once…
New Year on the Beach – 20 Fascinating Vintage Photos of Women Celebrating in Swimsuits in the 1930s
Feminine cotton printed bathing suits often with little over skirts to hide the thighs gradually replaced the ugly 1920s fashion. Drawing of a playsuit for the beach. Fashion and costume history. The 1920s suit which sometimes sported cutout sections in…