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16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

Were you around in the 40's, 50s, 60's or 70s? If you're a millennial, then definitely not! Thankfully, previous generations took plenty of snaps that take us back in time - something that makes us feel a bit nostalgic.

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For example, imagine going to a party only to bump into Marilyn Monroe or spotting Elvis in a mask at a Halloween event... So, if you yearn for your youth or want to see what life was like for previous generations, here's a fascinating selection of throw-backs.

1. When formal balls were all the rage

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2. Veruschka, a German countess and professional model, parties during the Rio carnival in 1969

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3. Marilyn Monroe is the center of attention at this 1956 party

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

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4. Tarzan and Jane enjoy a 1950s Halloween party

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5. It's the 1980s and Muhammad Ali joins Stevie Wonder on stage

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

6. Elvis Presley and Joan Bradshaw get dressed up for Halloween in 1957

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

7. Back in the days of disco...

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

8. Jitterbug, a dance that took over the USA in the 50s

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

9. In the 30s this Paris swimming pool was turned into a bar

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

10. A United Nations party in the 40s, where members of different armed forces partied together

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

11. Imagine having Frank Sinatra and Lauren Bacall cut your cake (1956)

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

12. A woman in 1930 snapped playing her accordeon while sitting on a car bonnet

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

13. John Travolta shows off his disco moves in 1977

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

14. An extremely elegant masked ball in 1930

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

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15. The post-war 40s was all about having fun

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past

16. Nat King Cole on piano, Frank Sinatra on vocals

Illustration de l'article : 16 fascinating photos that show what life was like in the past