How incredible are those photos? In 1946, at the age of 40, Todd Webb arrived back to the city after a posting as a Naval photographer in the Second World War. On his return he captured the beautifully vintage city in all its glory. It blows my mind that back then the Empire State Building was the tallest in town, five cents could get you a bag of fresh-roasted peanuts and the skyline looked so much different.
P.S: Also, 1940's NYC and Stanley Kubrick's vintage take on the city.
P:P.S: Last century.
(via Daily Mail)
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It looks very different and more beautiful, in a way. Jill
This is incredible. It's my favorite era, so I'm drooling over them.
so beautiful! xo jillian - cornflake dreams
Oh my gosh, these are great!! Thanks!
I especially love that 2nd photo with all the kids holding hands and playing in the water. xo, Katie
Mine too, Tiffany :)
My favourite as well, Katie! It makes me smile each time I look at it:)
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