After World War II, beaches became popular destinations for relaxation and recreation as people sought to unwind after years of hardship. The 1940s saw the rise of early “beach culture,” with increased interest in swimming, sunbathing, and the beginnings of surfing, especially on the West Coast.
The war’s end brought a sense of freedom and leisure, and beach vacations became a symbol of post-war recovery and enjoyment. Beaches in this era also saw the rise of more casual fashion, with swimsuits like the bikini gaining popularity after its debut in 1946.
Here below is a series of wonderful found slides from Steven Martin that shows a group of people at a beach on September 7, 1947.
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A bit of post-war happiness.
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