Cool Nostalgic Pictures & Old Games From The 70s

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Who doesn’t like to feel nostalgic? Nostalgic content can put life into perspective. Seeing how people lived many years ago helps us to better understand today’s world. This post will be full of nostalgic content. We are going to highlight nostalgic pictures, old games from the 70s, best old shows, and just cool nostalgic content. Nostalgic content can make us think of cooler times, either from your childhood or your college days. We hope this page brings back a few good memories.

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Old Games From The 70s

We all remember our favorite toys from our childhood. But what about people who grew up in the 70s. What type of games did they play and would we have found them to be entertaining. We are going to take a look at a few games that helped kids in the 70s keep away the boredom.

  • Atari was the public first introduction to a gaming system. Atari allowed users to play various games. Multiplayer games made this a great game to play with friends or family.
atari game system
  • The pet rock showed us that no matter the product if marketed right, it has the potential to make millions. The pet rock owner was able to convince society that a rock could become a household pet. The public agreed the pet rock would eventually end up in almost every household in America. Kids actually would take care of there rocks as if it were an actual pet. Not sure with I pads and tablets today’s kids would probably throw it in the Trash. But it does sound like a way simpler time, especially if a rock could entertain you.
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  • The Rubik’s cube got its start In the 70s and become one of the hardest puzzles to solve. The goal of a Rubik’s cube is simple, just match the colors up to show on one side. Sounds simple the problem is this is almost impossible for the average person. Turns out only a small percentage of people can mentally process steps needed to solve the puzzle. This did not stop the public fascination with Rubik’s cubes. Most kids in the 70s either received one as a gift or tried to solve a friend’s cube at one point. 
Rubik's cube

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  • Connect four is a game that came out In 1974. The concept is simple you just match 4 colors in a row. Connect four would go off to become one of the most popular games of the 70s. Today connect four can still be found in many stores and homes today. Connect four is an example of how something simple can pass the test of time. 
connect four

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Television has become a staple of entertainment for people. Televisions production and quality have come far in a short amount of time. But what were the best old shows back n the day. Here is a list of shows that probably entertained you or your parents.

Best Old Shows You Have to Watch

  • I Love Lucy is a show that was ahead of its time and groundbreaking airing from 1951 to 1957. I love Lucy would set the standard for how T.V. shows are tapped. By becoming the first show to feature a live audience. This helped to further engage audiences at home. Turns out I Love Lucy audiences laughs would go off to become the most used laugh tracks In television. I Love Lucy became the most genuine audience response, In television history. Few shows today can capture that essence. 
i love lucy

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  • Little Rascals is a classic movie that everyone has seen at least once. But Did you know that the Little Rascals was a T.V. show that aired in 1955. The show highlighted the dynamic relationships and connection among young children. The series tackled circumstances and obstacles young people might face. There are currently a few movie adaptations of this classic show.
little rascals
  • No Problems is a British show that aired between 1983-1985. No problems helped to open doors by becoming the first black show, to air in the UK. No Problems was a comedy set in a council house in London. The focus of showcasing young Jamaicans living and surviving in London.
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  • Webster is a show about a young black boy, who loses both parents in a car accident. His father’s teammate ends up adopting him. This show is about the dynamics of a non-conventional family. Webster addressed issues that any family could face, alongside serious topics. Webster aired between 1984-1989.
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A Few Cool Old Facts, You Might Don’t Know

  1. We all have heard the term the British are coming. turns out research has discovered that this never actually happened. The entire operation was a stealth mission so any noise would be risky. So needlessly to say I don’t think anyone was yelling.
  2. In 300 B.C turkeys were worshipped liked gods, by the Mayan people. Turkeys would become domesticated and have roles within religious structures. This bird was looked at with admiration and prestige. Symbols of turkeys can be found in Mayan iconography and archeology. Make you think, why don’t we know this & why do we eat them for holidays now?
  3. Did you know that at one point the Olympic games gave medals for artwork and designs? I think they should bring this back, there are a lot of cool artists that deserve their recognition. 
  4. In 1908 a woman in New York was arrested for striking a match against a building and lighting a cigarette. At the time women were not allowed to smoke in public places in New York. The women would end up going to court and given a $5 fine. Soon after this incident, New York decided to no longer enforce this law.

Looking at old artwork gives you a glimpse into the imaginations of people, that lived years ago. Art-work has become a way for people to express many emotions and ideas. Art can show us societal structures, life obstacles, beauty, and much more. 

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Old artwork Nostalgic Pictures 

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Cartoons have a way of bringing out the child in most of us. Cartoons can relax and comfort the viewer. Cartoons has become a staple of childhood. There are a lot of cool old Cartoons that helped create the industry you see today. We are going to take a look at cool old cartoons, that helped to set the standards for production quality and content.

  • Rocky and Bullwinkle aired from 1959-1964. Rocky and Bullwinkle are known for producing quality content with good humor and puns, alongside cultural and topical satire. They were able to appeal to both kids and adults. Helping to grow popularity. Currently, there are a few film adaptations of this classic show.
rocky and bullwinkle
  • Scooby-Doo has become a show that has gone on to entertain generations of kids. Airing in 1969 this is one of few shows from back n the day still airing today. Scooby-Doo was about a group of teenagers getting together and solving various mysteries. Usually involving supposedly supernatural characters.
  • Charlie Brown first started as a comic strip in your local newspaper. Charlie Brown would go off to become one of the most iconic children cartoons ever. The show first aired in 1948 with a focus on humorously tackling everyday life issues.
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