Jun. 1974: Manhattan Bridge Tower, Brooklyn

Photographer: Dick Swanson

Brooklyn, a quintessential 19th-century American city, boasts great bridges linking it to Manhattan, bustling streets, and a mix of habitation and aesthetics. Its ‘worst’ neighbourhoods preserve some of America’s finest architecture, resisting demolition.

Aug. 1973: Taxis on 5th Ave. near 48th Street, Manhattan

Photographer: Dan McCoy

In 1973, 5th Ave near 48th St. in Manhattan was a bustling hub, with high-end shops, iconic landmarks like St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and nearby, the allure of Rockefeller Center. It was the heart of NYC, pulsating with the energy of the metropolis.

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