A Glimpse of Chicago’s Skyline in 1956, Captured in Color

Take a look back in time to November 1956, when 35mm Kodachrome captured the Windy City's skyline in all its glory. See the image and more at Shorpy.com!

Posted in 1950s, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Take a look for yourself here. This great image shows the Windy City in 1956, and in color.

“Chicago, November 1956.” 35mm Kodachrome

Source: Shorpy

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