52 Beautiful Color Photos Capture the Trailer Life of an American Family in the 1950s
These wonderful pics from Leon Reed were taken by his father Walter Reed that documented the trailer life of his family around the United States during the 1950s. Picnic by the side of the road, 1953 Bruton Parish Church, Williamsburg, VA, 1953…
Zoot Suit Trousers – 1940s Men’s Fashion Trend Popular During the War Years
A zoot suit is a men’s suit with high-waisted, wide-legged, tight-cuffed, pegged trousers, and a long coat with wide lapels and wide padded shoulders. This style of clothing became popular among the African American, Chicano, Filipino American, and Italian…
30 Fascinating Color Photos of Christmas Winter Scenes in 1950s America
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:
Young Girls Working at an Oyster Shucking Plant, 1912
At the turn of the 20th century, child labor was widespread in industries across the United States, particularly in seafood processing plants along the East Coast. A striking example of this was captured in 1912—young girls, some as young as…
The Stump House on the Lennstrom Farm, Washington (1905)
In the early 20th century, resourceful settlers in the Pacific Northwest found innovative ways to make use of the towering trees that dominated the landscape. One of the most remarkable examples of this ingenuity was The Stump House on the…
One of the Last Photos of Charlie Chaplin Taken in 1977
By 1977, Charlie Chaplin, one of the most iconic figures in cinematic history, was living out his final years in Switzerland. The legendary actor, filmmaker, and comedian had spent decades shaping the world of silent film, crafting timeless classics such…
Fotomat – Nostalgic Look at America’s Drive-Through Photo Processing Booths of the 1980s
Video Player is loading. In the era before digital photography and the convenience of instant uploads, there existed a charming and innovative solution for getting your precious memories developed – Fotomat. During the 1980s, these drive-through photo processing booths…
Looking Down Main Street of the Rugged Wild West Town of Deadwood, Dakota Territory, 1877
In 1877, the town of Deadwood, deep in the Dakota Territory, stood as a vivid symbol of the Wild West. Rising to prominence as a bustling hub for gold prospectors, gunslingers, entrepreneurs, and adventurers, it embodied both chaos and opportunity….
Former Sharecroppers: Just Before Moving to Southeast Missouri Farms, 1938
In 1938, a group of former sharecroppers stood on the brink of a new chapter in their lives. Displaced by economic hardships, mechanization, and the lingering effects of the Great Depression, these families were preparing to move to Southeast Missouri…
Frozen Niagara Falls, 1911: A Spectacular Winter Wonderland
In the winter of 1911, one of nature’s most breathtaking wonders, Niagara Falls, experienced an extraordinary transformation. Due to extreme cold temperatures, large sections of the falls froze, creating a stunning icy spectacle that drew visitors in awe. Though the…