Take a Look at New Orleans in 1941 Before World War II

Take a look at this photo of New Orleans as it looked in 1941 before World War II. Click the photo for a larger version to see more details from Shorpy.

Posted in 1940s, Louisiana, New Orleans, United States

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This photo shows New Orleans, as it looked in 1941, before World War II. Go ahead and click on it for a larger version to see more details.

January 1941. “Old buildings in New Orleans.” Custom Buttons and “Sandwiches of All Kind.” Photo by Marion Post Wolcott.

Source: Shorpy

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