Candidates: Democratic Party: Franklin Roosevelt (New York) and Henry Wallace (Iowa) Republican Party: Wendell Willkie (New York) and Charles McNary (Oregon) Election Results: Roosevelt and Wallace: 27.31 million popular votes, 449 electoral votes. Willkie and McNary: 22.34 million popular votes, 82 electoral votes. Summary: As the 1940 presidential election loomed large, the question of whether ...
I was so excited to see the Vornado VF20 in Amazon for 4101. This is basically almost an exact replica of the 1940 model and was re-launched by Vornado with very few modifications to commemorate the 60th anniversary celebration. The prime reason why I was attracted to it is that this is a prized addition ...
In the 1940’s as well as the 1950’s Hollywood studios were turning out murder and drama mysteries by the dozen. It was the era when these type of movies were very popular with the public and what made the box offices click and made the studios huge profits. In these particular movies you always seemed ...
The 1940’s was a major point in time for the fashion industry. Accessories made from Bakelite were available during the 1920’s, but they became a more popular fashion statement in the 40’s. Bangles, earing’s, pins, and even purse’s were commonly worn at this time. Small hats with netting over the face were also popularly worn. ...
The styles in the 1940s were glamorous and sexy. Clothes hugged a women’s curves, and jewelry was bold and ornate. Hairstyles were chic and sexy. Furs, hats and decorated barrettes are some of the accessories that were worn in the 1940s. Hairstyles in the 1940s were often smooth and wavy. To style your hair in ...
Vintage clothing from all eras has always fascinated me; however, the fashions of the 1940’s are the ones that really catch my eye. Veiled hats, shoulder pads, seamed stockings, and clothing that create an hourglass shape are all trademarks from that decade. Capturing the subtle 1940’s fashion trends and not the entire look is the ...
When going to big band party or swinging Jazz club themed event (if you are planning one yourself read How to Throw a 1940s Themed Party for hints); you’ll want to learn about the dances, fashion and research all the different tip for apply 1940’s makeup. Some simple hints and techniques will give you forties ...
Do you envy the sweet yet sophisticated appeal of 1940’s pin-up girls? Do you want to look like a Hollywood star straight out of the World War II era? From those seductive silhouettes to those playful details, what’s there not to like about fashion from those bygone days? Don’t worry: the 1940’s bombshell look can ...
What do cabbage patch dolls, your own self and your favorite bottle of beer have in common? Hmm…if you said “They all have a born-on date!” then your own self would also be correct! If you were born on June 10th of any year then follow along as we look at who shares your birthday ...
“Green Lantern“ starring Ryan Reynolds as the titular character opens today. Most people are aware that this film is based upon the DC comic of the same name, but did you know the character goes back to the 1940’s? Read on and learn! Golden Age Green Lantern was first published in July on 1940 as ...
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