Models Protest Coronet Magazine, 1946
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1946, six protesters in their black dresses marching outside the Coronet magazine’s Chicago office. The models were […]
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Wrist Lighter, 1947
This post was originally published on this siteWrist Lighter was the latest novelty for the smoker in 1947. Strapped on the wrist, and outwardly resembling […]
20 Stunning Portraits of Susan Hayward From the 1940s and 1950s
This post was originally published on this site Susan Hayward (June 30, 1917 – March 14, 1975) was an Academy Award-winning American film actress, best […]
The “Motormat” Was a Drive-In in Los Angeles, Where the Food Tray Was Sent Out on Rails Right to Your Car
This post was originally published on this siteLos Angeles’ car culture was in full bloom after the war, and the innovations that came along with […]
30 Beautiful Photos of Jean Porter in the 1940s and ’50s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1922 in Cisco, Texas, American actress Jean Porter was notable for her roles in The Youngest Profession […]
35 Vintage Portrait Photos That Defined Women’s Hairstyles in the 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteIn the 1940s, women were encouraged to use their hair to ‘fix’ any flaws in their face. If […]
Stunning Fashion Designs by Charles James in the 1940s and ’50s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1906 in Camberley, English-American fashion designer Charles James started his career as a milliner, and opened his […]
These Amazing “Tilt Test” Photos From the Past Prove That Double-Decker Buses Were Safe and Not a Tipping Hazard
This post was originally published on this siteBefore they’re allowed on the roads of London, all the iconic red double-decker buses have to put through […]
Amazing Cover Photos of the Railroad Magazine in the 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteRailroad Mans Magazine was the title of this monthly pulp publication. Started in 1909, till it was merged […]
Butterfly Poses: 18 Vintage Snaps of Young Girls Posing Dress Up From the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteAdolescence has always been a time of challenge and separation for children and parents but, before the twentieth […]
The 1,4000,000-volt X-ray Machine at the High Voltage Laboratory at the National Bureau of Standards, ca, 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1940, the U.S. National Bureau of Standards (NBS) built this 1,400,000-volt X-ray generator, the most powerful of […]
30 Stunning Photos of Elizabeth Threatt in the 1940s and ’50s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1926 in Kershaw, South Carolina, American model and actress Elizabeth Threatt went to New York at 19 […]
Spring-Arm Phone Holder Leaving Both Hands Free, 1948
This post was originally published on this siteHolding the telephone ready for use, a “third hand” of flexible steel leaves both the operator’s hands free […]
Beautiful Fashion Designs in the 1940s and ’50s by B.H. Wragge
This post was originally published on this siteB.H. Wragge was established in 1920 by Bernard H. Wragge. It was acquired by Sidney Wragge in 1931, […]
30 Handsome Portrait Photos of Charles Starrett in the 1940s and ’50s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1903 in Athol, Massachusetts, American actor Charles Starrett played minor roles in films and leading roles in […]
During World War II, Michelangelo’s David Was Entombed in Brick to Protect It From Damage From Airborne Bombs
This post was originally published on this siteIn January 1943, a brick “hive” was built around Michelangelo’s David to protect it from incendiary bombs. Two […]
30 Gorgeous Photos of Joan Shawlee in the 1940s and ’50s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1926 in Forest Hills, New York, American actress Joan Shawlee began to work as a model for […]
Meet Maurice Tillet, the Man Who Was the Rumored Inspiration Behind the Animated Character Shrek
This post was originally published on this siteMaurice Tillet (October 23, 1903 – September 4, 1954) was a Russian-born French professional wrestler, better known by […]
Fabulous Photos of Simone Signoret in the 1940s and ’50s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1921 in Wiesbaden, Germany and grew up in Paris, French actress Simone Signoret began appearing in bit […]
Margaret Gibb Gets a Kiss From Her Betrothed, While Her Conjoined Sister Mary Looks on Awkwardly, Ca. 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteSiamese twin Margaret Gibb become engaged in 1929 to Carlos Daniel Josefe of Mexico City, whom she met […]
Brassiere for Bossy, 1949
This post was originally published on this siteBrassiere for Bossy will increase the flow of milk into her udder from 25 to 35 per cent. […]
30 Beautiful Photos of Penny Edwards in the 1940s and ’50s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1928 as Millicent Maxine Edwards in Jackson Heights, Queens, New York City, American actress Penny Edwards danced […]
30 Vintage Portraits of Pretty Young Women With Hats in the Photobooths From Between the 1920s and 1940s
This post was originally published on this site It all started in 1925 when a Siberian immigrant named Anatol Josepho unveiled the world’s first fully-automatic […]
35 Gorgeous Photos of Betty Field in the 1930s and ’40s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1916 in Boston, Massachusetts, American actress Betty Field began her acting career in 1934 on the London […]
Betty Grable’s Iconic Pin-Ups Taken by Frank Powolny in 1943 While Filming ‘Sweet Rosie O’grady’
This post was originally published on this siteWhile American soldiers were overseas fighting World War II, they longed for something that reminded them of home. […]