There's nothing quite like a walk down memory lane, or a hit of nostalgia for the better, simpler times you weren't even around for.
Luckily, the Boston Public Library is making this easy for us, as they uploaded a collection of 25,000 vintage postcards from the 1940s to the 1960s to Flickr. These Tichnor Brothers postcards offer a blast from the past through images of iconic cities and tourist attractions.
Instead of having you peruse the 1,000s of postcards, we've picked out some of the highlights. Here are 18 of the most iconic vintage postcards that will take you back in time.
Birmingham, Alabama
Avondale Park is one of Alabama's most historic and beloved city parks. Since its establishment in 1887, travelers enjoyed feeding ducks at the pond, or picnicking on the vast 40-acre site.
Anchorage, Alaska
The 1930s to mid-40s was a growing period for Alaska. Starting from the 1940s, the United States military presence increased in Alaska, and Anchorage saw an influx of visitors.
Old Tuscon, Arizona
Old Tuscon is one of those prodigal desert towns seen in old Western films.
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