35 Beautiful Photos of Diana Lewis in the 1930s and 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1919 in Asbury Park, New Jersey, American actress Diana Lewis was a singer with the orchestra led […]
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Crowds Watching the Landing of the Graf Zeppelin at Hanworth, August 1931
This post was originally published on this sitePhotographs taken of crowds watching the landing of the Graf Zeppelin at Hanworth aerodrome near Hounslow in West […]
Building the Spiral of Turbines in the 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteThe Francis turbine is a type of water turbine. It is an inward-flow reaction turbine that combines radial […]
In the Mid-20th Century, Drive-in Theaters Were the Perfect Place to Catch a Flick From the Comfort and Privacy of Your Car
This post was originally published on this siteDrive-in theaters were a popular form of entertainment in the mid-20th century, reflecting a unique aspect of American […]
Amazing Vintage Photographs of Pneumatic Tube Messaging Systems
This post was originally published on this sitePneumatic tube systems are not novel to the 21st century, the concept of pneumatic transportation can be traced […]
The Mysterious Disappearance of the Surcouf, the Largest Cruiser Submarine of World War II
This post was originally published on this siteSurcouf was a large French gun-armed cruiser submarine of the mid 20th century. She carried two 8” guns […]
Schienenzeppelin, the Train With Propeller and Airplane Engine From the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteThe Schienenzeppelin or rail zeppelin was an experimental railcar which resembled a Zeppelin airship in appearance. It was […]
Construction of Fort Peck Dam: 30 Amazing Vintage Photos Capture Everyday Life in Montana in 1936
This post was originally published on this siteFort Peck Dam, dam on the Missouri River, northeastern Montana, U.S., one of the world’s largest earthfill dams. […]
35 Gorgeous Photos of Lila Lee in the 1920s and ’30s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1905 as Augusta Wilhelmena Fredericka Appel in Union Hill, New Jersey, American actress Lila Lee performed in […]
July 16, 1935: The World’s First Parking Meters Were Installed in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
This post was originally published on this siteOn July 16, 1935, the world’s first parking meter was installed in Oklahoma City. It was invented by […]
35 Vintage Photos Capture Men Posing With Automobiles in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteFor many classic clothing enthusiasts, the 1930s are the epitome of style, and the decade is considered to […]
35 Fascinating Portraits of Ginger Rogers
This post was originally published on this siteGinger Rogers, the dancer who famously did everything Fred Astaire did, but backwards and in high heels, was […]
Historical Photographs of Christ the Redeemer Statue Under Construction in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
This post was originally published on this siteChrist the Redeemer is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, created by […]
30 Gorgeous Photos of Verree Teasdale in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1903 in Spokane, Washington, American actress Verree Teasdale debuted on Broadway, straight from the Institute Players, as […]
Graf Zeppelin Passing Over Wembley Stadium During the 1930 FA Cup Final
This post was originally published on this siteIt was on Saturday April 26, 1930 that the LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin cruised over Wembley Stadium during […]
Fascinating Photos Capture Passengers on board SS Ormiston in the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteThe Australasian United Steam Navigation Company Ltd (AUSN) was formed in 1887 and remained one of Australia’s most […]
Amazing Photos of the 1938 Mercedes-Benz 170 H Convertible Saloon
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1935, alongside the front-engined Mercedes-Benz 170 V, Daimler-Benz AG introduced the Mercedes-Benz 170 H. This model featured […]
35 Beautiful Photos of Anna Lee in the 1930s and ’40s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1913 as Joan Boniface Winnifrith in Ightham, Kent, British actress Anna Lee made her debut with a […]
30 Vintage French Lottery Posters From Between the 1930s and ’50s
This post was originally published on this siteKing Francis I of France discovered the lotteries during his campaigns in Italy and decided to organize such […]
30 Gorgeous Photos of Lyda Roberti in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1906 in Warsaw, Polish-American singer and actress Lyda Roberti made her Broadway debut in You Said It […]
35 Fabulous Photos of Arleen Whelan in the 1930s and ’40s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1916 in Salt Lake City, Utah, American actress Arleen Whelan worked in Southern California as a manicurist, […]
30 Beautiful Photos of Beverly Roberts in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1914 in Brooklyn, New York, American actress, singer, and painter Beverly Roberts was first spotted by a […]
Once Upon a Time, You Could Ride a Train Right Through the Orange Groves in Southern California
This post was originally published on this siteThe Super Chief was one of the named passenger trains and the flagship of the Atchison, Topeka and […]
Impressive Illustration by Miguel Covarrubias in the 1920s and ’30s
This post was originally published on this siteMiguel Covarrubias (1904—1957) was a Mexican painter, caricaturist, illustrator, ethnologist and art historian. Along with his American colleague […]
35 Fabulous Photos of Lily Pons in the 1930s and ’40s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1898 in Draguignan in Provence, French-American operatic lyric coloratura soprano and actress Lily Pons had an active […]