Amazing Photos of the 1929 Bugatti Type 37 Grand Prix
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1929 Bugatti Type 37 Grand Prix is a standout model in the history of racing cars, blending […]
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Life in Atlantic City During the Late 1910s and ’20s Through Fascinating Photos
This post was originally published on this siteIn the late 1910s and 1920s, Atlantic City was alive with energy, drawing crowds from nearby cities who […]
16 Amazing Publicity Photos of Doris Keane for Silent Film “Romance” (1920)
This post was originally published on this site Doris Keane (1881-1945) starred in the 1920 silent film Romance, directed by Chester Withey. This film was […]
John Hassall’s Brilliant Posters From the Turn of the Century
This post was originally published on this siteJohn Hassall (1868–1948) was a celebrated British illustrator and poster artist, renowned for his bold, colorful style and […]
The Enduring Love Story of Alice B. Toklas and Gertrude Stein
This post was originally published on this siteThe love story of Alice B. Toklas and Gertrude Stein is one of the most enduring and influential […]
Fabulous Photos of Jeanne Eagels in the 1910s and ’20s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1890 in Kansas City, Missouri, American actress Jeanne Eagels began performing in traveling shows and stock companies […]
40 Glamorous Photos of Princess Natalia Pavlovna Paley as a Model During the Late 1920s and Early 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn in Boulogne-sur-Seine, close to Paris, France, on December 5, 1905 to the Grand Duke Paul Alexandrovich of […]
Lovely Portrait Photos of Romanian Wedding Couples From the 1920s and ’30s
This post was originally published on this siteDuring the 1920s and 1930s, Romanian weddings were deeply rooted in tradition, blending rural customs with the growing […]
Handsome Portrait Photos of Ben Lyon in the 1920s and ’30s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1901 in Atlanta, Georgia, American actor Ben Lyon entered films in 1918 after a successful appearance on […]
‘Laugh, Clown, Laugh’: The 1928 Film That Launched Loretta Young
This post was originally published on this siteLaugh, Clown, Laugh is a 1928 American silent drama film starring Lon Chaney and Loretta Young (her film […]
Vintage Photos Capture Moments With the Monumental Statue of Emperor Wilhelm I
This post was originally published on this siteDeutsches Eck (German Corner) is a historic and symbolic site located in the city of Koblenz, in the […]
The Stilt-Walking Shepherds of Landes
This post was originally published on this siteThe stilt shepherds of Landes were a unique group of shepherds in the Landes region of southwestern France, […]
Funny Photos of Josephine Baker Crossing Her Eyes
This post was originally published on this siteJosephine Baker was known not only for her talent as a dancer, singer, and actress, but also for […]
35 Fabulous Photos of Ann Pennington in the 1910s and ’20s
This post was originally published on this siteAnn Pennington was a popular American actress, dancer, and Ziegfeld Follies star during the early 20th century. Born […]
The Invention of Precast Pipe in Canada in 1920
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1920, Canada witnessed a groundbreaking moment in construction history with the development of the first ready-made concrete […]
35 Vintage Photos of Sue Carol in the 1920s and ’30s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1906 as Evelyn Jean Lederer in Chicago, Illinois, American actress and talent agent Sue Carol entered the […]
20 Vintage Photographs of Pit Ponies From the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this sitePit ponies, also known as mining horses, were small breeds of horses or ponies used in underground coal […]
A Model-T Ford Modified to Navigate Flood Waters,1926
This post was originally published on this siteA Model-T Ford modified to navigate flood waters, possibly making it the world’s first Donk in 1926. The […]
Dolores del Río: The Original Latin American Icon of Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1904 as María de los Dolores Asúnsolo y López Negrete in Victoria de Durango, Mexican actress Dolores […]
Emigrants Coming to the ‘Land of Promise,’ ca. 1902
This post was originally published on this siteAround 1902, photographer William H. Rau captured a compelling slice of American history with his series titled “Emigrants […]
Wonderful Photos of People Having Fun at the Beach in the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteThere were no smartphones, no beach clubs, no Instagram posts, but there was joy. Pure, simple joy. In […]
Vintage Photos of Charlie Chaplin on the Set of “The Kid” (1921)
This post was originally published on this site The Kid (1921) is one of Charles Chaplin’s finest achievements and remains universally beloved by critics and […]
35 Fabulous Photos of Lillian Roth in the 1920s and ’30s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1910 in Boston, Massachusetts, American singer and actress Lillian Roth spanned her career over six decades. She […]
How NOT to Drive in Toronto
This post was originally published on this siteWhen cars first appeared in Toronto in the early 1900s, there were few regulations and very limited driver […]
The First Miss Toronto Contest, 1926
This post was originally published on this siteThe Miss Toronto beauty pageant mural is located on the building at 1249 Queen St W, home to […]