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15 Throwback Photos From the Early Seventies

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A black and white photograph of a bride and groom kissing in front of a 7Up sign that reads “refrésquese con 7up.”
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From the flared pants and feathered hair right on into the muscle cars and the anti-war protests, the early ’70s were a time that was ripe for cultural shakeups and clashing ideals. Amidst all the chaos, everyday life also carried onwards. Join us then for a pleasant stroll on down memory lane as we revisit the vintage photos that capture the world in its whimsical flux.

1. First Graders Looking Adorable

A 1970s class photo of young children and a female teacher standing and sitting in three rows, with a sign reading "Tiquam School 1973 Grade 1 Room 13" in front of them. The background has colorful abstract art.
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2. A Family Hanging Out in Their Front Yard, 1971

Five people, including three women and two children, pose and smile outdoors in front of a flowering tree on a sunny day. The women wear dresses and the children wear casual clothing. A car and house are visible in the background.
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3. A Young Woman Chats With a Cashier at a 7-Eleven, 1973

A woman in a plaid skirt stands at a convenience store counter, holding a wallet. The male cashier wears glasses and a patterned shirt. Candy and gum are displayed on the counter, with other customers and products visible in the background.
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4. ‘Teenager Working at the Local Grocery Store, 1973’

A young woman with long blonde hair and a striped sweater sits behind a counter in an old-fashioned store, with shelves of products and a red scale. A Coca-Cola can and various candies are visible on the counter.
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5. Someone’s parents holding it down back in 1971

A man and a woman posing for a photo indoors.
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6. ‘My Mother at an Anti-Vietnam War Protest in the ’70s’

A young child stands on a city sidewalk holding a sign that reads, "CONVERT THE WAR BUDGET INTO HOUSING, JOBS, EDUCATION." The image is in black and white and busy with pedestrians in the background.
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7. A Group of Friends Pose Before Prom, 1973

Four young adults stand together indoors, dressed in formal 1970s attire. Two women wear pastel dresses, one with white gloves, and two men wear tuxedos—one light blue, one red—both with bow ties and boutonnieres.
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8. Elvis Presley With Then-Girlfriend Linda Thompson, 1972

A woman with long brown hair in a fur-collared coat stands next to a man wearing sunglasses, a black coat with a fur collar, white shirt, and gold chains, both looking at the camera against a dark background.
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9. A Woman Looking Stylish While Manning the Grill in Ontario, Canada, 1973

A woman wearing a floral dress and red platform sandals grills food on a charcoal barbecue in a backyard patio, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence.
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10. A smile for the first day of college back in 1971

A smiling young woman in a striped shirt and pink cardigan stands in a park overlooking the ocean.
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11. This kid’s 7th birthday party back in 1971 was a whole lot of fun indeed

A group of children sitting on the floor in a room, playing together.
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12. Friends at a birthday party in 1971

Five young women posing for a photograph in a room decorated with balloons and streamers.
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13. ‘A Couple Enjoying Quality Time, 1970’

A man sleeps and a woman sits with arms crossed on a floral couch, looking displeased. Laundry and papers are beside her. A painting of a sunlit forest path hangs on the wall behind them.
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14. Letting the sunshine in back in 1971

A woman with blonde hair and oversized sunglasses poses with one arm raised in front of a stone wall.
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15. ‘My Grandparent’s Wedding Day, 1970’

A bride and groom share a kiss at their wedding beside a large cake. The bride wears a veil and floral headpiece, and a “Refresquese 7up” sign is visible in the background. The photo is in black and white.
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