The Vietnam War was at its height in 1970, but that didn't mean people in the United States and around the world were putting their lives on pause.
Thanks in part to protests against the war, the '70s shift was under way, and people were embracing their individuality. The world would never be the same.
We've already given you plenty of photos showing what life was like in 1970, but here are 25 more.
1
A Young Woman
And a Dodge Charger R/T, 1970.
2
Six Cousins
On Christmas Eve of 1970 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
3
The Turkey is Plated
A backyard in 1970.
4
Some Guys and Their Mustang
Anytown, 1970.
5
Beach Day
Mission Beach, San Diego, California, August of 1970.
6
Sitting on a Street Corner
Literally, 1970.
7
Belgian Beer
And some biiiiig pint glasses, 1970.
8
Michelle Pfeiffer
With her red mustang, 1970.
9
A Wedding
Bride and bridesmaid, 1970.
10
The Lancia Stratos Zero
Italians in awe, 1970.
11
Harmel Fashions
Looking good in 1970.
12
Tenement Backs
Glasgow, 1970.
13
Shoveling Snow
Easter Morning, 1970, Pittsburgh.
14
The World Trade Center
Under construction, 1970.
15
A Louisiana Family
Visiting DC.
16
Santa Monica Pier
Bikers of both kinds, 1970.
17
Kindergarten Jungle Gym
A schoolyard in 1970.
18
Aftermath of the “Old Milwaukee Days”
A circus parade, June 1970.
19
A Jack in the Box
Fast food in 1970.
20
After a High School Dance
“Posing for my boyfriend,” 1970.
21
Group of Friends
“My mom,” in 1970.
22
A Belgian Family
Together in 1970.
23
Janis Joplin
Copacabana in 1970.
24
Pele
With his Mercedes, 1970.
25
“My Grandma”
Looking fun, circa 1970.
