Experience the wonder of the natural world with these vivid pictures, portraying magnificent landscapes, charming wildlife, and dramatically unfiltered weather phenomena.
Soldier and Rabbit Mascot (1944)
In 1944, Corp. Michael Deliman, a WWII soldier, returned from France with an unusual mascot: a rabbit he’d bonded with during service. This quirky anecdote lightens the otherwise harsh realities of wartime experiences.
Horne in Paris (1947)
Lena Horne’s 1947 Paris photoshoot by Yale Joel showcased her radiance against the city’s timeless charm, further solidifying her status as a groundbreaking Black entertainer and civil rights activist.
Miner on Shelter (1951)
Mary Lou Miner, in 1951, became emblematic of Cold War era America, fearlessly posed on a bomb shelter in Los Angeles, showcasing the growing popularity and normalization of home fallout shelters during the period.
