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Image: Charles Manson being escorted to his arraignment on conspiracy-murder charges in 1969.
How Charles Manson rose to power in a fractured 1960s America

How Charles Manson rose to cult leadership in 1969, shaped by a troubled past and a turbulent era in American history.

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How gangster ‘Scarface’ Al Capone was caught, served hard time at Alcatraz, and lived after prison

In the ’30s, Chicago gang leader Al Capone was imprisoned for income tax evasion, and served most of his time on Alcatraz, where he faced constant death threats.

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John Dillinger: When the notorious gangster and most wanted criminal was killed in Chicago (1934)

Kill John Dillinger at Chicago Desperado, wounded by three slugs, broke line of fire; Died in alley U.S. Justice Department Agents and East Chicago Police

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Peace, love & rock ‘n roll: John Lennon changed the world (1960s-70s)

From Liverpool lad to Beatle & enduring icon – revisit the life of John Lennon. His legacy is more than songs; it’s a committed pursuit of peace & love.

 
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The Rockford Files: Inside the smart, character-driven detective hit of the 1970s (plus reboot rumors!)
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Stylish vintage prefab fireplaces via ClickAmericana com
Stylish retro prefab fireplaces brought modern comfort to mid-century homes
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Vintage payphones & the huge public phone network we relied on before everyone had a smartphone
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See how they built San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge
How was the Golden Gate Bridge built? See how daring visionaries made history, plus see photos of the construction (1930s)
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Ready for a retro party See 50 of the cutest vintage mini dresses & miniskirts from the '60s & '70s
Vintage mini dresses: 50 fun styles that defined 60s and 70s fashion
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