Vintage Georgia 1942 Cherry Street Macon Cars American Flags Original Photo

Description: A vintage photo taken in the state of Georgia. It was taken by Aviation Cadet G.A. Bennett of the Royal Air Force. He was part of the Arnold Scheme program, where British pilots trained and prepared for war in the United States in the early war years. He was stationed in bases throughout the state during 1942 and 1943. This photo was taken by him and orginates from his personal album. It is likely one of a kind. Type & Size: A 5x3.5" original photograph.Condition: Original and in fair to good vintage condition. As it originated from a personal photo album from the 1940s it may contain remnants from being part of an album - marks, scuffs, pieces of cardboard or adhesives, etc. please see the photo scans for precise condition. This photograph captures a bustling scene on Cherry Street in Macon, Georgia, in 1942. The image shows several vintage cars parked along the street, adorned with American flags. Pedestrians, including a woman dressed in a patterned dress and wide-brimmed hat, walk along the sidewalk lined with storefronts. Signs for businesses, including "Economy Laundry" and "Hayes Loans," are visible, along with notable establishments like Walgreens and F.W. Woolworth Co.The photograph reflects the era of World War II, a time when patriotism was high and American cities like Macon showed support for the war effort through displays of national flags. Cherry Street was a central hub in Macon, known for its vibrant retail and social life, capturing the essence of small-town America during the early 1940s.Visible signs include "Economy Laundry Shoe Repairing," "Hayes Loans," "Walgreens," and "F.W. Woolworth Co." These establish the commercial character of Cherry Street during this period. No names of people are identified in the image.

Price: 39 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

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