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Color Photos Capture Life and Pollution Along the Ohio River in the Early 1970s

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In the early 1970s, the Ohio River was both a vital economic artery and a stark reminder of the environmental costs of industrial growth. Barges carried coal, steel, chemicals, and other goods through the heart of the Midwest, while millions of people depended on the river for drinking water, recreation, and livelihoods. At the same […]
2nd Jul 2026

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Vintage Color Photos Capture New York City Streets and Daily Life in 1980

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