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New York in the 1940s

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Jen Carlson

Published May 30, 2009

Modified May 30, 2009

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Published May 30, 2009

Modified May 30, 2009

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We've seen New York City in the 1930s, the 1970s, the 1980s, and just about every other era. Here are some more images, this time from the 1940s (see the full set here); and guess what, one of the bars in this gallery is still open for business!

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Jen Carlson is a former WNYC and Gothamist editor.

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