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Exquisite Wedding Dresses Of The 1800s

The Good Old Days Era: Exquisite Wedding Dresses of the 1800s

Queen Victoria is largely credited with starting the tradition of elaborate wedding dresses when she wed in 1840. Thankfully for us, the advent of photography soon after allows us to get a glimpse at how others adapted this tradition over the years.

Train Travel In The 1800s

The Good Old Days Era: Train Travel in the 1800s

In 1814, a man named George Stephenson constructed the first locomotive. In a display that attracted a few spectators, he showed that his engine could pull 30 tons up a hill at 4mph. Over the coming years, many engineers would further develop the locomotive and train to the point where it became a vital part to the growth of our nation. Between 1849 and 1860, 31,000 of railroad were built and many companies such as the Pullman Company were making early moves in to making train travel safe and luxurious for passengers. 

Top 12 Awesome Diners In Texas

The Good Old Days Era: Top 12 Awesome Diners In Texas

Sometimes, we just want two things in life: for the ’50s to come back, and for a juicy, delicious burger and fries to get in our belly. Luckily, you can have both of those things simultaneously at many diners throughout the state, because really, does it get any better than jukebox tunes and greasy comfort foods? I think not.