world war 2

  • Split black-and-white image: Left, people relax on inflatables and swim in a river. Right, four women in matching outfits roller skate in a city parade, holding a “Skate to Work, Save Gas” sign as crowds watch.

    33 Vintage Images from the Early 1940s

    Explore 33 vintage images from the early 1940s, capturing everyday life, wartime events, fashion, and memorable moments from the era.

    Explore 33 vintage images from the early 1940s, capturing everyday life, wartime events, fashion, and memorable moments from the era.

  • Left: A woman in a skirt is lifted by two soldiers as she kisses a man leaning out of a train window. Right: A smiling young woman in a dress holds a small lamb in a grassy field with sheep in the background.

    The End of WWII and More: 29 Vintage Images That Show What Life Was Really Like in 1945

    Explore 29 vintage images that show what life was really like in 1945, from the end of World War II to everyday moments around the world.

    Explore 29 vintage images that show what life was really like in 1945, from the end of World War II to everyday moments around the world.

  • A group of World War II soldiers in helmets and gear sit inside a military landing craft on water, with one looking over the side; an American flag is visible at the back under a cloudy sky.

    Powerful Photos That Illustrate the Reality of World War II

    Take a look at these World War II photos that capture the quiet strength of a generation, as well as everyday lives during that time.

    World War II was a time of unimaginable hardship, courage, and transformation. Seemingly overnight, ordinary folks were thrust into extraordinary roles on both the front lines and the home front as life was reshaped by the demands of war. From…