The men are practitioners of Kyudo, Japanese Zen archery. Their outfits and the way they hold their second arrows (Ya) between their fourth and fifth fingers give this away. The target is most likely 28m away from the men since they are shooting outdoors a…
In the 1960s and 1970s, long before he stepped onto the world stage, Barack Obama was a bright-eyed boy with an infectious smile and a big future ahead. These rare childhood photos capture his early years, showing sweet, everyday moments that highlight the …
In the swinging 1960s, England was a hotbed of change, especially for its young people. The baby boomers were coming of age, and they were unlike any generation before them – adventurous, rebellious, and eager to carve out their own identities. This era …
One of the most captivating ways to delve into Toronto’s bygone days is through this remarkable collection of photographs that chronicle the everyday life of the city in the 1960s. These images, taken by gcosserat on Flickr, offer a unique glimpse into …
In the swinging decade of the 1960s, a revolution was underway. The miniskirt, an audacious and provocative garment, burst onto the fashion scene, captivating women and challenging societal norms. With its hemline daringly rising above the knee, the miniski…
Sharon Tate, an enchanting figure whose allure and talent left an indelible mark on Hollywood, lives on in the hearts and memories of cinephiles around the world. This article takes you on a captivating journey into the life of Sharon Tate, offering an inti…
These amazing color photographs show the streets of Los Angeles between the 1940s and 1960s. During the early 20th century, Los Angeles continued to boom and by the early 1920s, it had overtaken San Francisco in size. By 1939 it had a population of over 1.5…
The 19th century saw a big shift for the butcher shops, with the population growing and many of those quickly populating the towns and cities, urban butcher shops were an important part of people’s daily life. Eating meat became popular across all sections …
From miniskirted hostesses to clear suggestive lines, companies have a long history of using women to sell air travel. This was the time when flying was both the literal and figurative height of sexiness. While “sex sells” is one of those universally-known …
Diana, Princess of Wales, commonly called Princess Diana was a member of the British royal family. She was the first wife of Charles, Prince of Wales (later Charles III), and mother of Princes William and Harry. Diana's activism and glamour made her an inte…
From the early 1950s until the 1970s, sugar was marketed as a healthy substance that would help curb hunger and provide an energy boost. A “pro-sugar” ad that appeared in an August 1964 issue of Time gave a “note to mothers,” explaining that drinks without …
These instructional photos were shown as training materials for new hires at Krystal restaurants during the 1960s. They demonstrate examples for employees of how and how not to present themselves behind the counter. The brochure and orientational traini…
The flight attendant occupation took permanent shape in the 1930s as “women’s work,” that is, work not only predominately performed by women but also defined as embodying white, middle-class ideals of femininity. As the nascent commercial aviation indus…
Before the they walked on the moon on July 20, 1969, the Apollo program astronauts trained in Flagstaff, a small city nestled in a forest of ponderosa pines at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, Arizona’s tallest mountains. In fact, all 24 astronauts …
In 1966 Mao Zedong, the Communist leader of China, started a political campaign that became known as the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976). Mao called on China's youth to help him purge capitalist influences and bourgeois thinking in government, teaching,…
Advertising has always been a strange blend of creativity, commerce, and compromise. Behind every glossy campaign lies that familiar moment when exhausted ad executives surrender to an idea that’s just “good enough” to sell — and to bill the client. The…
In October 1963, a small tuxedo cat from the streets of Paris was chosen to do something no feline had ever done before. Her name was Félicette, and she would become the first cat launched into space. At just five and a half pounds, she hardly seemed like t…
The 2000s was a decade that left behind some of the most memorable—and sometimes questionable—fashion moments in recent history. It was an era defined by experimentation, blending old and new, and embracing bold statements that reflected the rapid globaliza…
Studio portraits of couples in the 1970s capture a unique mix of intimacy, style, and playful energy. Unlike the stiff, formal poses of previous decades, these photos often show couples relaxed and comfortable, bringing a sense of life and personality to th…
Cheerleading has long been a fixture of American sports culture, combining energy, performance, and a sense of tradition. What began as simple chants from the stands gradually evolved into an organized activity that blended athleticism with entertainment. …