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Female supporters of Democratic Presidential candidate John F. Kennedy, called "Kennedy Cuties" form a conga line at the airport while awaiting their candidate's arrival for the Democratic National Convention, 1960. history

See the Colorful Political Convention Outfits of the 1960s

A floating party on the Apple River in Somerset, Wisconsin in 1941. history

When River Tubing Was A New American Pastime

1972 photo essay about Brian Sullivan, a New York City teenager. history

The World of a 13-year-old in New York City, 1972

World War II Battle of Saipan photographed by W. Eugene Smith 1944. history

World War II: A Photographer at the Battle of Saipan

Queen Elizabeth II's 1957 North America tour. history

See Photos of a Young Queen Elizabeth II Touring North America

Malcolm X Leads Muslims in Prayer, Chicago, 1963, from Black Muslims. history

How Gordon Parks’ Photographs Implored White America to See Black Humanity

1968 New Hampshire Primary history

The New Hampshire Primary, 1968: Nixon vs. Romney

National Automobile Show at the New York Coliseum featuring 1957 lines. history

How Auto Shows Revved Up Excitement at the Apex of the Auto Age

Architect Eero Saarinen at home in his study w. furniture designed by him, 1958. history

See Eero Saarinen’s Career in Photos

V-J Day celebrations in Times Square, August 14, 1945. history

More From the Scene of That Famous V-J Day Kiss in Times Square

Nelson Rockefeller family on vacation in 1958 history

How to Vacation Like a Rockefeller: A Step-by-Step Guide

The 1st Cavalry in Korea, July 1950. history

The Early Days of the Korean War

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