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There is something very special about old photos, a reminder that the past isn’t just the contents of your history books, but was populated by very real people. While we might tend to think of stuffy old portraits and photographs, the truth is that our ancestors were also at times unhinged, human and often quite relatable.

“The Way We Were” is an online group dedicated to sharing interesting vintage photos from the past. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and be sure to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

#1

Triplets Celebrating Their 80th Birthday Together

Old photo of triplet babies and modern reunion with family.

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GREYNOOK
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

very good and wish you more birthdays together ❤

Marlene Ricker
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love this. How awesome that they are all alive to celebrate 80 years!

Mrs Irish Mom
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow 80 I would of guessed about 65 yo, they look happy and healthy in both pictures

Bettye McKee
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

80 years old and still dressing alike. Such is tradition.

Huddo's sister
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The baby photo reminds me so much of one of my pop and his twin. Don't have a photo of them at 80 though, as his twin died as an infant from 'failure to thrive' (most likely cystic fibrosis).

nope
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The legs are weirding me out

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    The Dutch Secret Resistance Cheering When They Found Out Hitler Has Been K**led, 1945

    Group of people laughing around a table with a radio, evoking historical camaraderie and joy.

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    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These days more than ever, truth and details matter. He was not K-i-l-l-e-d, he took himself out with a g-u-n-s-h-o-t to the head. Please don't censor or rewrite the truth.

    Alex Kennedy
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, killing Hitler was the best thing he ever did!

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    Victor Botha
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hitler ended his own life with a gunshot to the head. No one assassinated him. He took his own life with his own hand. Stop posting totally false information.

    Megalodon Meg
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah he killed himself so thus was killed why does everyone have their panties in a bunch over this?

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    Peeka_Mimi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How we will all feel when The Orange Putrescence kicks it.

    Ann Hoff
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it will be one of the happiest days in my life!

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    Lady Eowyn
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If headline had read they found out Hitler had died, that would have been true.

    Skywitness
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    K**ling Hitler was truly the best thing Hitler did.

    Horia Georgescu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mainstream history says he committed s*****e. Be careful, you might be considered conspiracist

    Chuck Freiman
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is the word "s*****e" censored?

    brittany
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they say history repeats itself. wonder who the future might celebrate

    Kenneth Smith
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This almost looks like a Rockwell painting!

    h m goodman
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    hey, bp censor-put some one else in charge, and get the f--k back to choir practice ...where you belong!

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    #3

    My Grandmother On Her Wedding Day, 1931

    Old historical image of a bride in a long vintage gown with a veil against a dark curtain background.

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    Chewie Baron
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is a stunning gown.

    Tamra
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of an Erte illustration.

    Mrs Irish Mom
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Standing o a box so her Cathedral length veil can be seen properly, looked stunning going up the isle I bet

    Greymom
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was my first thought too. She’s obviously standing on a box or platform but the way this was taken makes her look about ten feet tall!🤣

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    Vintage photos hold a special allure, enchanting people with a mix of nostalgia, mystery, and artistic charm. There's something incredibly captivating about peering into these old images, a visual time machine that transports you to eras long past, where every faded hue and grainy texture tells its own story.

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    Whether it's a candid snapshot from a family picnic decades ago or a meticulously posed portrait that exudes a formal elegance, these images have a way of stirring the imagination and evoking a sense of wonder at lives once lived.

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    My Grandfather And Great Grandmother, Mothers' Day 1946

    Vintage photo of a couple joyfully riding a bike, capturing a fun historical moment.

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    robert copher
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love looking at these old photos. They are so happy!

    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would have been the first Mother's Day after World War II. Imagine how joyous that must have been for so many. And the beginning of an awful yearly reminder for others. This right here is what joy looks like. Wonderful.

    Lupita Nyong'heaux
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i can't really see them clearly, but i'm pretty sure i LOVE her shoes!

    #5

    Unknown Lady Walking Down The Street In Harlem, NY, Late 1940s. A Men Stops And Looks At Her,

    Woman in a vintage outfit and floral hat, standing outside with another person. Historic photograph showcasing style.

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    Multa Nocte
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd look at her too, and I'm a woman. She's gorgeous!

    Alex Boyd
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet it was a Sunday when this was taken; that looks like a church hat

    Bell-icose
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One could say he was, fascinated? (I’ll see myself out)

    Bettye McKee
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's thinking, "She so fine!." He's pretty fine himself.

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    Lady Eowyn
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A very classy lady. Don't blame him for looking.

    booknerd
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They should; she's a beauty!

    Kenneth Smith
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They both look amazing. I'm telling you, Black people know how to look good!

    Bettye McKee
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly. No one proofreads these days, or else they are too ignorant to know the difference.

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    Susan Raskin
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    pretty with a great sense of style

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    #6

    My Grandma In 1962, Eight Years Old

    Vintage photograph of a young girl in a dress, standing indoors with a retro television nearby.

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    Multa Nocte
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a cutie!

    Lola July
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was 7, we dressed like that for school. ☺️

    Bettye McKee
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In those days (and I speak from experience) little girls still wore cute dresses.

    Jnausicaa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, she is so sweet.

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    One reason vintage photos are so beloved is that they offer a tangible connection to history. In an age where life is increasingly digital and fleeting, a tangible photograph serves as a personal relic of moments that may otherwise be forgotten. Looking at these images, people can almost feel the echoes of laughter and the warmth of long-gone family gatherings. They remind us that every wrinkle and crease in the image is a testament to the passage of time and the enduring nature of memories.

    #7

    100th Birthday

    Elderly woman celebrating with a cake from 1848-1948, surrounded by flowers, in a historical setting.

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    Brian Droste
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She went through the civil war, the first world war, the great depression and the second world War. She saw and went through alot.

    Carl Roberts
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Her names was Ella McGavoc. Born into slavery in 1848. Lived to the age of 101. 241914599_...94cb8.jpeg 241914599_abfc33e4-24e6-4b18-938b-2fa759c87f97-67f9b87994cb8.jpeg

    Ann Kapoxeet
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someday we'll be able to say we survived two Trump presidencies...

    Bettye McKee
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband's aunt lived to the age of 104. It is astounding how much the world changed during that time. Miss Ella could have written a book about the events she experienced.

    axnyslie
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She witnessed the best and worst of humanity.

    Elchinero
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a cutie! Missed Trump, tho ...

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    #8

    My Grandmother’s Modeling Photos 1940s-50s

    Elegant woman in vintage attire sitting gracefully, representing historical fashion.

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    Cold Eagle
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THIS is modeling, not the rubbish we get today! How did we lose this art.

    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is what I call style. Not the outlandish creations you see today that look more at home on alien planet.

    #9

    Princess Ileana Of Romania, Circa 1930

    A historic portrait of a woman with long hair, wearing a headband and pearl necklace from the early 20th century.

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    Molly Reece
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She has my texture hair. And yet she manages to look utterly exquisite- while I try not to look like a permed disentitled capybara!

    Auntriarch
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Capybaras of any description are never wrong

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    Ian
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She needs botox That was sarcasm😑

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    The charm of vintage photos also lies in their artistic quality. Long before the era of high-definition cameras and digital editing, photographers had to rely on careful timing, natural light, and an innate sense of composition. The result is a style that feels authentic and unvarnished, a raw slice of reality that modern technology often smooths over.

    #10

    Canada's First Nations People - 1910

    A historical image of a person sitting outdoors, wearing traditional attire and smoking a long pipe.

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    Pyla
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That beadwork on the cuffs. Fabulous

    Lyoness
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Before we stole their lands and their children and put them in residential schools. I'm proud of my country but definitely not proud of how we treated our First Nations people.

    bodhisayumi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every country has been stolen by someone else at some point in history.

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    Gabby M
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel honored to even see this!!!!

    Marlene Ricker
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really love old pictures of the First Nations people. They and their culture have always fascinated me!

    #11

    We Laid My Grandpa To Rest This Week At The Age Of 101. This Is One Of My Favorite Photos Of Him From His Time In The Navy

    Young U.S. Navy sailor in uniform, portrait from old images collection.

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    Major Harris
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    rest in peace, shipmate, we have the watch.

    Peter Bear
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    RIP sir, and thank you for your service. I have nothing but respect for veterans; I have nothing but disrespect for the politicians in charge of them.

    JohninND
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like a nice guy.

    #12

    My Grandparents On Their Wedding Night, October 1962

    A couple in vintage attire behind a door holding a "Do Not Disturb" sign, capturing an old and intriguing moment.

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    Notme
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks evil and he looks scared lol

    Victor Botha
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks excited and happy I think. He looks like a man about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime and a bit apprehensive about how well it is going to turn out.

    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We know what you're gonna be doing tonight!!!!!! Very cheeky.

    Mrs Irish Mom
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cute and ahead of their time for pics like this in 1962

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    The imperfections, from the subtle scratches on the photo paper to the slightly off-center framing, lend these images a character and authenticity that resonates deeply with those who appreciate the beauty of imperfection. Moreover, vintage photos inspire curiosity by inviting viewers to fill in the missing pieces of the story. Who were the people in these photos? What were their dreams, struggles, and joys?

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    My Great Grandad At 43 In The 1950s

    Young man in vintage black and white photo, sporting a textured hairstyle, wearing a knitted sweater.

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    Bell-icose
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This dude is not 43.

    Notme
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s not a 43yo, looks 30 tops.

    Auntriarch
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like a 43 now, not 43 then

    Robert T
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very much reminds me of James Carlton as PC Crane in Heartbeat: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0101114/mediaviewer/rm4046155520/?ref_=ttch_ph_2_1

    Anna Purnell
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whelp, I'm happily married for almost 20 years, and I gotta say "WOWZA." What a dreamboat. Lordy. Hope he was as nice as he was handsome.

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    #14

    My Grandma With Me In My Swanky Panorama Pram, 1976

    Elderly woman in colorful dress sits on a bench beside vintage pram with baby, set in a historical park scene.

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    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Snazzy! Great pic. 12 years earlier, my Mum and I were pretty stylin' in black and white. Rhonda-and...944493.jpg Rhonda-and-Mum-1964-67f9bec944493.jpg

    Lady Eowyn
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me in a baby carriage, pre-stroller days, with my mom. 1955 955-mom-me...00b733.jpg 955-mom-me-in-baby-carriage-67fa62c00b733.jpg

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    Ange Marsden
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a flash pushchair with the baby window!

    Will Cable
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With all the photos there are of prams etc I've never seen one like that before.

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    Heidrance
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    full disclosure: i read that as "paranormal pram" the first time

    Lupita Nyong'heaux
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    SN: grandma got some nice stems there! wowza!!

    Rick H
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, 1976 is comfortably lumped in with 1910. Relegated to the just Old

    #15

    My Grandmother Holding My Father In Mogadishu, Somalia 1971

    Vintage image of a woman in a floral dress holding a baby, seated outdoors with historical charm.

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    2WheelTravlr
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Her dress is so cool. I would love to see it in color.

    Razvan Coman
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't want to cause any GD controversy, but maybe try AI on the photo. Sorry in advance

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    Marlene Ricker
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She is so pretty and he is a little darling! Her dress sis amazing!

    Elizabeth
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wonderful wonderful photo....don't touch it!

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    The absence of context sparks endless speculation, turning every photo into a delightful puzzle waiting to be solved. It’s a bit like reading a mystery novel where the protagonist is lost to time, and the only clues are the expressions and settings captured on film. This sense of mystery, combined with the nostalgic pull, creates an irresistible attraction.

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    Cops Arresting A Drunk Dude In A Skeleton Costume 1950

    Two officers holding a person in a skeleton costume in a vintage black and white photograph.

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    Luis Hernandez Dauajare
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, captain! This one is dead drunk!

    PunchinelloTX
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No bones about it, he’s dead wasted.

    Dudley2348
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good old Skullomania had one too many.

    Kevin Hickey
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The cops look like normal people rather than freakish, steroid enhanced bodybuilders.

    #17

    My Great Grandma Took A Mirror Selfie (NYC, 1960s)

    Smiling woman takes a mirror selfie with a vintage camera, capturing a fascinating moment in history.

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    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The more I look at this, the more I realize it's not really a mirror selfie (my pic, not the posting). But it is still a '70s selfie!

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    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine trying to put that thing on a selfie stick.

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    #18

    My German Mother In 1938, Just Before Wwii

    A young child in vintage clothing sits in a sandbox, holding a toy, with an old building in the background.

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    Bell-icose
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s like she knows how rough things are about to get.

    Michael Largey
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Things were already rough for many in Germany.

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    Portentia9
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Poor baby already looks sad.

    Pernille
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    1938 in Germany would have been a sad place, just like the US today.

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    Socially, these photos forge connections across generations. They serve as bridges between grandparents, parents, and children, linking the past with the present. When you see a vintage photo of your own family, it’s as if you can momentarily step into the lives of those who came before you.

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    July 1973: A Mother Cooking Out In Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    Woman grilling outdoors in 1970s fashion, wearing a floral dress and platform sandals.

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    Gingersnap In Iowa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mom is rocking that outfit! Love the shoes.

    Auntriarch
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had those shoes! Or something very like

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    zatrisha
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was just looking for a nice Retro dress to sew, thank you!

    Me
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those shoes were very popular during the early 70s, we called them watch towers from the Jimi Hendrix song. The chunkier the better! Halter dresses were not allowed at my high school but we snuck and wore cardigans over them. That was such a fun time to be a teen.

    Rich Black
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    worlds smallest charcoal grill?

    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember those dresses. Very cool.

    #20

    My Great-Great-Great Grandmother. Born 1840

    Woman in vintage attire leaning on a chair, showcasing old historical fashion.

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    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You couldn't smile in these pictures because it took so long for them to take the picture.

    Malide
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks like a lady you do not fvck around with

    Hippopotamuses
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Surprised OP didn't mention her name: Angelina Mary Jacques Dubay (Reverse image search) https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/50019871/angelina-mary-dubay

    Christine Wild
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She’s very lovely And that chair!

    Me
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right?! I love Victorian furniture and architecture!

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    #21

    My Mother Turns 70 Monday. Got My Favorite Pictures Of Her Together For A Celebration

    A vintage photo of a smiling young girl in a lace dress, showcasing fascinating old images from history.

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    AuntKaren12
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    olan mills - brings back memories

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    Even if you weren’t around to witness their world firsthand, you get a glimpse of how life was once lived, sometimes simpler, sometimes more challenging, but always rich with meaning and love. Ultimately, the love for vintage photos comes down to their ability to evoke both sentimental warmth and playful curiosity.

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    #22

    My Mother, 20, Posing In Her White Satin Gown On Her Wedding Day. 1947

    Bride in vintage wedding gown holding a bouquet, seated indoors; a captivating old image reflecting historical elegance.

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    Chewie Baron
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same year the late Queen got married.

    Marlene Ricker
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's beautiful and so is her dress!

    #23

    Happy Birthday To My Sister Who Turns 29 For The 41st Time Today!1963 Virginia

    A young girl in a vintage dress serving cake at a 1960s celebration, smiling for the camera.

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    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh man. Going to church or a birthday party with the hat and the gloves on???? The days when you couldn't walk around with a t shirt and jeans. If you wore pants, they were called slacks.

    stephen hoxworth
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom made it to her 29 and 600 month birthday. Never chose to celebrate turning 30.

    Mary Ballard-Johansson
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My Mom turned 29 until I (youngest of 4) turned 29. So she started turning 39. When I hit 39, she was 70. Good enough to talk about her real age. 🤗

    Huddo's sister
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks a lot like my mum, who looked only a few years older in her wedding photos, though she was 18.

    Pyla
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If John Singer Sargent took Polaroids in the 1960’s

    #24

    Woman Poses For Her Photo In A Very Fine Dress, During The Late 1890s. Love The Feather In Back Of Her Head

    Portrait of a woman from history, wearing a feathered hat and elaborate dress, exemplifying old images not seen in class.

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    They are little treasures that remind us of who we once were, the eras we’ve passed through, and the enduring charm of a moment captured in time. In a fast-paced modern world, taking a moment to look at a vintage photograph feels like savoring a rare, precious bite of history, a reminder that life, with all its imperfections and fleeting moments, can be beautiful, nostalgic, and endlessly intriguing.

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    #25

    My Dad Fought Nazis From 1942-1945

    Man in vintage military attire leaning on a U.S. mail post, with historical vehicle in the background.

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    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And now his son has to fight 'em off all over again, what a world!

    DeeDee777
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    What an ignorant comment and an insult to WWII vets.

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    Peter Bear
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is always appropriate to fight Nazis. Then and now.

    Steve Robert
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We need people like this now to fight the naazis in the US.

    Skywitness
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My father was on a sabbatical from the seminary and drafted prior to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and finished his service after VJ Day. He was in North Africa, Sicily, Italy and Southern France. Our family has a fierce hatred of Nazis, especially the homegrown variety.

    Nils Skirnir
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We could use him in the US today

    Chris the Bobcat
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandfathers fought N@zis too, and would be appalled that too many of their descendants decided to elect one. Fvck trump. Fvck vance. Fvck elon. Refuse, Resist.

    Apatheist Account2
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why didn't he start in 1939 like the rest of the world?

    Liz Rutherford
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    America was of the "meh, it's over there" mindset before Pearl Harbor.

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    Jnausicaa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He and his buddies saved the world, We cannot let their sacrifice be in vain

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    #26

    Playing Dress-Up At Grandma’s House, 1960s

    Two girls in vintage dresses stand on a path with an old car and trees in the background, capturing a nostalgic moment.

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    Donna Sempek
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I loved playing dress up when I was young

    Marlene Ricker
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We used to love doing that when I was really young!

    Angela Corvaia
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A Renaissance painting, in real life.

    #27

    Hot Potato Vendor 1892

    A historical image of a man with a vintage cart oven, highlighting fascinating old images not seen in history class.

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    PunchinelloTX
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish such men were out in the world with their potato wagons!

    Portentia9
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of my fondest memories is of that in my youth on the beaches of Chile and the men on their refrigerator trikes, cruising up and down the beach calling out, "Elado!!! Elado!!!". I'd love to tell you about the fishermen.

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    Bell-icose
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He’s okay but I wouldn’t call him hot.

    Auntriarch
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Take my upvote and get on the naughty step 😂

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    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is quite the sight! Kind of terrifying. I worked for a fast-food mall place called Potato Delight here in Scarborough (Ontario, Canada) in the '80s. Yup, nothing but freshly baked potatoes with dozens of topping choices. Delicious smell to work with all afternoon! Long gone now. We didn't know how good we had it.

    Midoribird Aoi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This used to be a big thing. Potatoes were cheap, hot, and filling street food

    Der Kommissar
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet he is really good at playing "hot potato"

    B
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's not that hot, really...

    Marlene Ricker
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He doesn't have dishes for the potatoes. I wonder how people took them away?

    Ann Kapoxeet
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never heard of this. Anyone know what country this photo is from?

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    #28

    Another One Of My Grandmother, With My Dad’s Older Sister, Ca. 1934

    Woman in a vintage dress sitting on a stool with a young girl standing beside her, both gazing at the camera.

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    Angela Corvaia
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like Myrna Loy from The Thin Man.

    2WheelTravlr
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That velvet dress is amazing, but not exactly kid-friendly!

    bodhisayumi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stunning lady! Such a Beautiful face.

    DowntownStevieB
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like someone was crying before this lol

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    #29

    My Mom, Born In 1928 And In This Pic Maybe She's 3 Or 4? Still Have Her Necklace

    Vintage photo of a young girl holding a doll, showcasing historical fashion and nostalgic charm.

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    #30

    My Lolo And Lola During Their Wedding Day 1958 And I Picture I Took Of Them

    A vintage black and white photo of a smiling couple walking arm in arm, capturing a fascinating moment in history.

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    nomnomborkbork
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can anyone help? I'm assuming "lola" and "lolo" is aunt and uncle?

    Anirisi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lola and lolo mean grandmother and grandfather. Tita and tito are aunt and uncle :)

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    Marlene Ricker
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They are a very attractive couple.

    #31

    Big Smile For The Photographer From This Smartly Dressed Woman. Was This A Fashion Look During Ww2? Certainly Is Mid 1940s

    Smiling woman in vintage dress sitting on steps, an example of fascinating old images not seen in history class.

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    Chris the Bobcat
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like Marissa Tomei in My Cousin Vinny.

    Robert T
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like she's a lorra lorra laughs! ;-)

    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A far cry from what we are wearing these days. Where I live, you hardly see a dress anymore.

    #32

    My Parents Wedding, September 1961, Tehran, Iran

    Vintage wedding photo of a couple in formal attire, part of fascinating historical images.

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    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Umm, congrats? I'm sure they were lovely folks, just not used to seeing both parties at a wedding look so darn scared, lol.

    Molly Reece
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks as if this was done at gunpoint!

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    RLD
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Possibly an arranged marriage and they didn't know each other.

    Cecilie Hammershøy
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Notice that she's not covering her hair. Iran whent backwards.

    Rich Black
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    imagine what a wedding in tehran looks like these days . . .

    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They look stunned. Like "did we really do this?".

    Rita Radney
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did they want to get married? ..scared🤔

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    #33

    Prince's Mother, Mattie Shaw, Stands By Prince At His Crib In October 1958, When He Was Four Months Old. Prince Kept This Photo In His Vault

    Old image of a woman smiling beside a baby in a crib, dated October 1958, illustrating a historical family moment.

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    Pandemonium
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The lad's already thinking his musical genius thoughts

    #34

    Men's Catalog, 1970's

    Retro fashion ad featuring three men in 1970s style outfits with vibrant colors and patterns.

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    PunchinelloTX
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do the hustle!

    HistoryNerd
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guy in the middle looks like disco Star Trek

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    Ann Kapoxeet
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how they are unbuttoned to show off the masculine chest hair. Young people today can't believe that was considered s**y then. It always changes.

    Victor Botha
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a pair of those high waisted trousers and the platform shoes as well. Thought I was the bees knees.

    Michael Largey
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's like any second kung-fu fighting will break out every where. (A little bit frightening.)

    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dude on the left looks pretty angry. You'd think those pretty roses on his shirt would calm him down.

    Angela Corvaia
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like Boogie Nights! Great film.

    Ace
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those high waistlines! WTH were they thinking of? I do recall this era, when I was at school, thinking how stupid the 'trendy' kids who were wearing this sort of stuff looked.

    Alex Kennedy
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those guys made that stuff look good.

    Marlene Ricker
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The 70's have a lot to answer for, fashion wise!

    Bettye McKee
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Men had to maintain their waistlines to wear these fashions. These models look very fine.

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    #35

    1962 My Mom’s Bridesmaids Carried Grapes

    Bridal party in vintage gowns and veils, posing at a historic wedding ceremony.

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    Michael Largey
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looking back, hopefully not the grapes of wrath.

    DowntownStevieB
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Grapes were long seen before as a sign of great wealth.

    Ange Marsden
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that to stop them wine-ing?

    Lily bloom
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If real grapes, I'd be holding just the stem by the end of the ceremony, lol

    Bi.Felicia
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    Surprised that the bride wanted all her bridesmaids to be dressed in white, too. They kinda look like nurses, imho.

    Isabella K
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For all we know the bridesmaid desses could be yellow or champagne or anything bright. The photo is black and white...

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    #36

    The Faces Of 1870s Egypt

    Three people in traditional attire with baskets of fruit, showcasing a fascinating old historical scene.

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    #37

    My Grandma Enjoying Her Records In The 50s. Check Out Her Poodle Skirt!

    Vintage photo of a woman in a skirt, smiling at a dresser; an intriguing historical moment captured.

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    nomnomborkbork
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love it! My mom had a poodle skirt too, and made miniature versions for my sister and me.

    #38

    My Grandma And My Mom, 1968. My Mom Was 10 And My Grandma Was 34

    A woman and a girl in matching red outfits and white tights, showcasing a vintage fashion moment from the past.

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    #39

    My Sweet Grandmother, Sylvia, Aged 3

    Old photo of a child in 1938, dressed for Christmas, held in a hand.

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    nomnomborkbork
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sweet smile! I hope the OP does something to preserve that photo.

    Huddo's sister
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandmother was also named Sylvia. This is her at about 3. Sylvia-Tur...3-jpeg.jpg Sylvia-Turner-67fba8d57dc03-jpeg.jpg

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    #40

    Merry Christmas Baby 1969

    Man in vintage outfit with matching bag stands by decorated tree, embodying old images you didn’t see in history class.

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    PunchinelloTX
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! The very first eggplant emoji!

    Auntriarch
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And matching baubles, no less.

    Peeka_Mimi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dad looks sauced.

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    #41

    Texas Children Going To School During The Dust Bowl In 1936. Face Coverings Are To Prevent Sand Pneumonia

    Children wearing dust masks and goggles during the Dust Bowl, standing outside a wooden building.

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    The Big Bad
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks very epic in an end of the world kinda way.

    Roxy222uk
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm currently reading a novel set in that era and it reads so like the beginning of the apocalypse I have to keep reminding myself what sort of book I'm reading.

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    Skywitness
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A friend told me his mother would tell him how terrible the Dust Bowl was in Amarillo. As a kid, he thought she was exaggerating. As he got older and read more about the subject, he realized she was actually downplaying the experience. She was listening to FDR speak from the back of a train when it began to rain and that was the beginning of the end.

    #42

    My Father, At Left, With His Buddies, Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, Circa 1950

    Three men in vintage coats stand on a city street, representing fascinating old images from history.

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    Bell-icose
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those jackets are on their way back.

    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well turned out guys. Look really cool.

    #43

    My Dad's School Report From 1957, Aged 7

    Old school report card from Sek Kong School, 1957, with handwritten teacher's remarks and school logo.

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    Luis Hernandez Dauajare
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a teacher, I can say Richard was an artistic and playful boy. His writing and reading classes must have been horrible for him. Also, the teacher had beautiful handwriting...

    Motivated sloth
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did they point out the teachers error in using to instead of too?

    Joanne Mendonza-Earle
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That calligraphic penmanship is beautiful.

    Peeka_Mimi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like my school report card. I have AuDHD but only just found out at age 50.

    Paul C.
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When my mum died we found a school report of one of her much younger brothers from fifty odd years before. Oh my, his teachers didn't hold back. They absolutely tore his efforts apart, really quite nasty comments. I believe my mum may well have intercepted the report and kept it from my rather ferocious Grandfather, but I have no proof of that.

    Portentia9
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exceptional penmanship!!!

    bodhisayumi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! 🤯 I can't believe she said his progress will always be slow. How mean!

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    #44

    My Grandma And Grandpa Around 1977

    A couple from history sitting at a table with drinks, capturing a moment not often seen in classic history class images.

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    #46

    My Mom In The Mid 1970s

    Portrait of a young woman in a vintage black-and-white photograph, showcasing fascinating old imagery from history.

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    #47

    My Grandparents During Their Wedding, 1947

    A vintage wedding party posing formally, featuring elegant outfits and smiling faces in a historical black-and-white photograph.

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    April Pickett
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The men are in cutaways, very formal.

    Rich Black
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks like a still from "the godfather"

    2WheelTravlr
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a huge wedding party for that era.

    Sonia Ceacero
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a time, when people used to dress appropriately...

    HappyShannon12
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Which one is the groom?

    Mongo Marcia
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's black and white. The dresses could be any dark color.

    Bi.Felicia
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of the women look like they're dressed for a funeral not a wedding.

    𝖊𝖜𝖔𝛋
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe the bridesmaids wore brighter colours, and the mothers of the brides wore darker? Or they were widows and in mourning? Just absolute random guesses but would be interested to know the actual reason, looks very formal and expensive so the clothes would have been very important

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    #48

    Giles Edmund Newsom, Photographed On October 23, 1912

    Vintage photo of a young boy with bandaged hand, wearing a striped shirt, standing in front of a wooden wall.

    Giles was injured while working in sanders spinning mill in North Carolina. A piece of machinery fell on his foot, mashing his toe. This caused him to fall onto a spinning machine crushing and tearing out two fingers.

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    Luis Hernandez Dauajare
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Poor lad. And to consider that spinning mills were considered "adequate" workplaces for boys under 1912 laws.

    2WheelTravlr
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Horrific. He looks to still be in shock and probably lots of pain. Other than morphine, pain relievers weren't a thing back then.

    Binny Tutera
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And now the GOP is making noises about bringing child labor back. Project 2025

    PurrfectLife
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really disgusting. I hope this doesn't happen.

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    JoNo
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can read about him and other child workers photographed by Lewis Hine at https://morningsonmaplestreet.com/2014/12/29/giles-newsom/

    SJones
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let’s bring back child labor sez the orange clown.

    Cydney Golden
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what the gop wants to bring back. Children working in factories. Texas and Florida already passed bills allowing children to work even on school days, on night shifts.

    Marlene Ricker
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like he is in a great deal of pain. Pictures of children working in mills and mines always make me sad. Thank goodness our kids don't have to go to work so young anymore!

    PurrfectLife
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the GOP gets its way kids will be working like this again.

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    Jnausicaa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And Arkansas, Florida and other states of the old confederacy want to bring child labour back.

    Ann Hoff
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they are trying to make up for not being able to have slaves

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    Never Snarky
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And Trump wants to bring back child labor.

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    #49

    My Grandma & Grandad Married On 9/11/49. This Is On Their Honeymoon

    Vintage couple at a restaurant table, dressed elegantly, symbolizing fascinating old images from history.

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    SlightlyTarnished
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chesterfield cigarettes, no filter, takes me back....

    Michelle C
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I perceive that they may not have wanted their picture taken at that moment. They seem like they were in the middle of a conversation and caught off guard by the camera if not averse to having their photo taken at that moment.

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    Razvan Coman
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    8 months ago

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    Unfortunate date

    #50

    21 To 79

    A smiling person holding a kitten in front of a vintage campaign poster, reflecting historical moments.

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    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this supposed to say, "21 in '79"? That hair just doesn't gel with my memories of that era.

    Lee Gilliland
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that Charles Manson?

    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No. The hair's pretty rad, but that's not him.

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    #51

    Coal Miner With His Daughter. He Has Just Gotten Home From His Job As A Conveyor Belt Operator In A Non-Union Mine. West Virginia, 1970s

    Coal miner with sooty face and hard hat sits beside a young girl, capturing a historical moment unseen in class.

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    Michelle C
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s an incredibly difficult and stressful job. My paternal grandfather’s father was a coal miner and did experience black lung shortly before he died for other reasons unrelated to black lung. I can only imagine what he had to go through that he didn’t recount to my great-grandmother or their children!

    Ann Kapoxeet
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder why they took that photo. What's the story?

    Donna Peluda
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't fret, soon will be digging and mining again.

    #52

    My Grandmother And Her 4 Daughters In 1942. My Grandfather Was A Pow Of The Japanese When This Photo Was Taken, And He Had Never Met The Baby, My Mother, B. May 1941

    A family portrait from history, showing a woman with four children, illustrating old images not seen in class.

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    Chonky Panda
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He did! And went on to live many years, there's more info from OP on reddit

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    #53

    Just Some Friends Goofing Around In The 1890s

    Group of people posing playfully in a vintage room, showcasing a fascinating old image not seen in history class.

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    nomnomborkbork
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a cool photo! Most photos were so serious at that time.

    Ann Kapoxeet
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    See--people could have fun before the Internet!

    #54

    My Great Grandmother At Age 20. August 1920, San Francisco

    Vintage portrait of a woman in elegant attire and hat, showcasing old fashion styles not typically seen in history class.

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    Joanne Mendonza-Earle
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder if she was there for the 1906 quake.

    #55

    Dear Nonna, I Will Miss You

    Vintage photo of a woman in a dress holding gloves, standing in a garden with chairs and a hedge in the background.

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    #56

    My Paternal Grandmother During Her Flapper Stage

    Vintage portrait of a woman in a fur collar, showcasing historical fashion elegance.

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    Cristi nah
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When your grandmothers were cooler than you...

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    #57

    A Family Picture Of A Married Couple With 11 Children (1954)

    Group of people in matching suits lined up by height in front of a building, illustrating fascinating old images.

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    Ace
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder what happened to change from a run of five girls to then produce six boys?

    Mike F
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom came from a family of 11 kids. It was obvious that they didn't have television!

    April Pickett
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was apparent they didn't have birth control.

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    Auntriarch
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least they all look relatively cheerful, unlike most of the double figures family line ups

    Paul C.
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So five girls in a row, then six boys. Wonder what the odds of that are.

    Jnausicaa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember seeing this photo on the first page of a chapter about probability in a maths text.

    Ann Kapoxeet
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how many more came after the 11...

    #58

    My Mom On Her Wedding Day. June 22, 1971

    Smiling bride in a vintage wedding dress holding a bouquet, showcasing fascinating old images.

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    Agfox
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm hopeless at judging ages but she looks so young. Edit: she was 18 at the time according to the redditor who posted the photograph

    #59

    All The Women And Men I Descend From, Of Whom Photos Exist

    Portraits of women from history, showcasing diverse styles and expressions, highlighting fascinating old images.

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    Not-a-Clue (she/her)
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can see the resemblance in several of the women.

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    8 months ago

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    #60

    The Old "Look" Of Pizza Hunt In The 1970s. Had A Very Rustic Interior

    Family dining in a retro restaurant, served by a waitress.

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    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that typo. I would definitely go to a place called Pizza Hunt, lol! And what on earth is the girl eating while they're all admiring the garlic bread or whatever, a sandwich and chips?

    Beth H
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My sister hated pizza as a kid. We would always send her with a sandwich.

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    Chewie Baron
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such danger, serving hot pizza and everyone is drenched in polyester.

    SJones
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We had fun at Pizza Hut back then.

    Ann Kapoxeet
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know if I would call it "rustic." The decor was kind of dark. I can still see the dark red plastic cups. It was uniquely "pizza hut."

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    #61

    Portraits From A 50s-60s Family Stash, Egypt

    Historic portrait of a woman in a dark dress, wearing earrings and a necklace, smiling gently.

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    #62

    These Are More Pics Of The Siblings In My Last Post. 70s-80s. Mostly Starring My Late Mother Margaret

    Women in an old photograph smiling on a couch in a living room, surrounded by picture frames on the wall.

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    Auntriarch
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother had those cushions, I had the perm

    ALittleKnownGoddess
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember those cushions too. Did we grow up together?

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    #63

    Two Of My Grandmother’s Cousins: Isa And Reanna (Italy, 1950s)

    Portrait of a smiling woman with pearl necklace, taken in a historical setting.

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    Pamina
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Two? One went missing, then...

    Marie Adamson
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Click on the name directly under the photo, it's a link and will show the other photo.

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    #64

    Grandparents On Their Wedding Day

    A vintage couple poses by a classic car, capturing a moment from history.

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    #65

    My Grandma's High School Graduation Photos. 1944

    Smiling woman in a vintage checkered outfit, representing old images not commonly seen in history class.

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    #66

    My Great Grandmother On Her Wedding Day In 1945 & Today! (Age 98)

    Vintage wedding photo of a bride in a lace veil holding a bouquet, arm-in-arm with groom in a suit.

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    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And here's the lovely lady at 98 just two months ago! Great-gran...216a0.jpeg Great-grandmother-98-67f9c85b216a0.jpeg

    HappyShannon12
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks amazing for 98 years old!

    #67

    My Mom Had To Pose With All Four Of Us In One Passport Photo Since We Were Under Five Years Old (1965)

    A vintage family portrait with a woman holding two babies, and two children sitting beside her.

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    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Neat! I had to pose with my Dad in 1968 when I was 4. Handsome dude, eh? He was a musician. Can't you just hear that shirt? 1968-Dad-a...8875d6.jpg 1968-Dad-and-Rhonda-passport-67f9c8d8875d6.jpg

    #68

    My Favorite Pictures Of My Great-Grandpa

    Historic image of two military officers, one pinning a medal on the other, with flags and a plaque in the background.

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    #69

    My Great Grandparents In 1924

    Vintage photo of a smiling couple in swimsuits sitting on a beach, showcasing retro summer fashion and joy.

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    #70

    A Us Soldier And His Girlfriend Waiting For A Train At Chicago Union Station In February, 1943

    A soldier and woman sit closely on a bench in a historical setting, embracing lovingly.

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    #71

    Two Photos Of My Great-Aunt Africa González About Five Years Apart, Ca. 1900-1905

    Historical portrait of a woman in an ornate dress, showcasing fashion from the early 20th century.

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    Gingersnap In Iowa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Click the link to see the first photo of this lady and her hat!

    Tiny Dancer
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And here she is! That is an outstanding hat, didn't want folks to miss it. Africa-Gon...ede61.jpeg Africa-Gonzlez-1900-67f9c78fede61.jpeg

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    #72

    Me With My Maternal Grandmother In 1945 In Fishkill, New York -- 80 Years Ago

    A woman in striped clothing holds a baby on a wooden staircase, showcasing a fascinating historical moment.

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    #73

    1970’s. My Mom And Her 3 Siblings Had A Picture Book Made By Their Grandparents While Sitting For The Weekend

    Old images showing a woman in a chair being served coffee and a man at a desk with a typewriter and papers.

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    #74

    My Grandparents Back In The Day And At Their 50th Anniversary Party

    A couple in vintage attire, posing elegantly against a stone railing in a historical photograph.

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    Tiny Dancer
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stylish! And here's the 50th anniversary party. Not sure how happy they were, but by golly, they lasted 50 darn years. Grandparen...b-jpeg.jpg Grandparents-at-their-50th-anniversary-party-67f9ca0ec53eb-jpeg.jpg

    #75

    1940s Highschool Prom Photos. I Am Surprised With How Formal It Is, A Black Tie Event In Some

    Historic group photo of St. Joseph's College class of 1944 wearing formal attire at a dance.

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    Alex Boyd
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...guys don't rent taxes for prom anymore?

    Bi.Felicia
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope they don't rent taxes but I think guys do still rent tuxedos.

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    Joanne Mendonza-Earle
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Getting real 'Shining' vibes w/ this one. I have 'moonlight with the stars and you' stuck in my head now!

    Heidrance
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    me too - i was checking for Jack. he's always been the caretaker....

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    Stephanie Did It
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And all the ladies are fully dressed! Today's prom dresses look like the wearers are strippers.

    HelyerT
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of the shining

    #76

    My Grandma On Her Wedding Day 1967

    Vintage wedding photo featuring a smiling couple in formal attire, groom in maroon jacket, bride in white gown.

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    Multa Nocte
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How old was she?

    WindySwede
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "My grandma was 21 and grandpa was 24 here"

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    #77

    My 8th Birthday, January 1966

    Boy in glasses holding vintage dinosaur books, surrounded by classic puzzles and games, showcasing old history class memories.

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    Multa Nocte
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bet that Beatles game in the background would be worth a pretty penny today.

    Tiny Dancer
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny you should mention that 'cause here it is! Okay, probably not the same guy, but here's one that showed up on P**n Stars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNc-qheM46k

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    Auntriarch
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My 8th birthday was in 1966. I had that jumper too. And a brother. Still got one of them...😂

    #78

    Venice Beach California During The Late 1970s Roller Skate Craze. Still Has Some 70s Vibe But You Can Feel The 80s Coming

    Person roller skating in vintage attire at a sunlit park, showcasing history through fashion and activity.

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    #79

    Chrismas Shots Of Women With Their Trees Circa Late 1950s Early 1960

    A vintage image of a woman in red by a retro Christmas tree, clutching a plush toy amidst gifts.

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    AnnaB
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me, too. And the color wheel that went with it!

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    #80

    Ted Bundy Lineup Murray Utah (With My Grandpa!)

    A lineup of seven men in vintage attire, standing in front of height markers, holding a sign with a date.

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    Tiny Dancer
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wild! Ted Bundy's the second from the right. Grandpa (aka Officer Elray James Dow) is third from the left. Family colourized the original when they found out about the story in 2011.

    HelyerT
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    lol even if you didn’t know him you’d still pick Bundy lol he looks demented

    Lee Gilliland
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Second from the rifling if you're wondering.

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