Category Archives: portraits

58 Historical Photographs Showing People with their Cars in the Early 20th Century

50 Stunning Photos of Jill St. John in the 1960s

Born 1940 in Los Angeles, California, American actress Jill St. John began acting on radio at age 6. She made her screen debut in December 1949, at age 9, in the first full-length made-for-TV movie, a production of A Christmas Carol. She was in the TV show Sandy Dreams in 1949. And at age 11,Continue reading “50 Stunning Photos of Jill St. John in the 1960s”

FREE ARTICLE – December 14, 2024

Subscribe to Yesterday Today Blog to receive updates on the most current posts, and the best part is- IT’S FREE!!!: Italian peasant girl. Photograph by James Wallace Black, 1825-1896. Photo taken in 1861. #Italy https://amzn.to/49hVK7v “In Poverty Gap, West 28 Street – an English coal heaver’s home.” New York City. Photograph by Jacob Riis, 1880-1890s.Continue reading “FREE ARTICLE – December 14, 2024”

FREE ARTICLE – December 12, 2024

This article is FREE but should you wish to support us on a monthly basis you may do so below by clicking on the “Subscribe” button. Your support will go a long way in helping us to provide you, our readers, the best possible historical content. If you are unable to commit to a monthlyContinue reading “FREE ARTICLE – December 12, 2024”

The Evolution of Childhood: Edwardian Era Insights

Nowadays, childhood lasts a long time with children remaining dependant on their parents, sometimes into adulthood, as they take advantage of educational opportunities. But during the Edwardian era, most children left school much earlier and went into the world of work to earn their keep. At this time, further education was typically only available toContinue reading “The Evolution of Childhood: Edwardian Era Insights”

Carole Lombard: The Comedic Icon of the 1930s

Carole Lombard (born Jane Alice Peters; October 6, 1908 – January 16, 1942) was an American actress who was known for her ability to combine elegance and zaniness in some of the most successful and popular film comedies of the 1930s. Lombard made her film debut at the age of twelve after she was seenContinue reading “Carole Lombard: The Comedic Icon of the 1930s”

Defined Styles of 1960s Ladies

There’s no denying that the ’60s were one of the most impactful eras in fashion. Setting the tone for modern style, the decade revolutionized womenswear with bold colors, striking cuts and a rebelliously youthful attitude. The Swinging Sixties were a time where traditions were broken, and self-expression was encouraged. Influenced by the youth of theContinue reading “Defined Styles of 1960s Ladies”

Photos of Brigitte Bardot During the Filming of ‘Les Femmes’ (1969)

Les Femmes is a 1969 sex comedy film co-written and directed by Jean Aurel, starring Brigitte Bardot and Maurice Ronet. It recorded admissions of 505,292 in France. When Les Femmes was first released in Italy in 1970, the Committee for the Theatrical Review of the Italian Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities rated it asContinue reading “Photos of Brigitte Bardot During the Filming of ‘Les Femmes’ (1969)”