37 Rare and Amazing Photos Document Everyday Life of the U.S. in the 1860s_teo
The 1860s in the United States was a time of turmoil and change. The first half of the decade was dominated by the American Civil War, with…
35 Fascinating Vintage Photos of the U.S Taken by Theodor Horydczak_teo
Born 1889 in Lyck, Germany (now Poland) and emigrated in 1907, American photographer Theodor Horydczak is believed to have taken up photography during or after World War…
The early teen bicycle messengers, 1908-1917_teo
“George Christopher, Postal Tel. #7, 14 years old. Been at it over 3 years. Does not work nights. Location: Nashville, Tennessee”. November, 1910. In 1908, the National…
Rare Photos Show American Stores and Shops From the Early 20th Century_teo
In an era marked by industrialization, urbanization, and shifting consumer habits, small family-owned stores held a distinct place in the retail landscape. These establishments, often run by…
Female Short Pants in the 1950s: The Day When the Shorts Were “Short Shorts”_teo
The 1950s decade was the first decade that embraced women wearing shorts for more than just beach wear. 1950s shorts came in several lengths and styles to…
Ultimate Beach Party Queen: 15 Beautiful Photos of Annette Funicello in Swimsuit in “Beach Party” Movies During the 1960s_teo
Bikini-clad teens everywhere owe a lot to Annette Funicello. The actress, along with actor Frankie Avalon, starred in a series of Beach Party movies in the 1960s that depicted…
Taste of a Decade: A Glimpse Inside American Restaurants and Cafeterias in the 1940s_teo
During the war (1941-1945) the creation of 17 million new jobs finally pulls the economy out of the Depression. Millions of married women enter the labor force….
Rocket Express Ride: Vintage Photos of Department Store Monorail for Kids in the U.S From the 1940s and 1950s_teo
These monorails sized for kids, called the Rocket Express, that travel around and above the entire toy department (Toyland) from 1946 to 1984, along with the camera,…
Hot Pants: One of the Sexiest Fashion Styles of All Times_teo
Hot pants, or ‘short shorts’ describe extremely short shorts, which may be worn by women or to a lesser extent, by men. The term was first used…
Gaucho Pants of the 1970s_teo
Sashaying their way into women’s fashion in the 1970s were the flared and funky gaucho pants, bringing a bold new look to the decade. Named after the…