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Old 11-18-2013, 01:46 PM
 
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I love this pic. Look at the Brown Derby across the street.
In 1958 I had a great time at the first Hi Fi Show in the bungalows at the Ambassador Hotel. The whole place was booming with sound. Across the street was Heathkit, they had to rent a store because all the big audio dealers didn't want them in the show.
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Old 11-20-2013, 10:55 AM
 
Location: Dulles
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OMG these pictures are gorgeous. I live here and never even saw such a beautiful spots.
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Old 11-23-2013, 07:10 PM
 
Location: Michigan
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Came across this historical aerial photography video of LA circa 1961. I never figured LA was so massive even then. One thing that surprises me is how much better the skyline looks now compared to then. I definitely want to make a visit someday.


L.A. From the Air, 1961 - YouTube

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Old 11-26-2013, 09:02 AM
 
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Old 12-03-2013, 10:41 AM
 
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In 1958 I had a great time at the first Hi Fi Show in the bungalows at the Ambassador Hotel. The whole place was booming with sound. Across the street was Heathkit, they had to rent a store because all the big audio dealers didn't want them in the show.
I might add i fell in love with the new Heathkit amplifier, the monstrous monaural 50 pound W-6M.
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Old 12-03-2013, 11:27 AM
 
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These photos are just more proof that I need to be in Cali. 2014 I will be a resident of the greatest state in this country, lol.
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Old 12-03-2013, 08:40 PM
 
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There are a couple of movie locations in these shots. I wonder if anyone can spot them....













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Old 12-05-2013, 03:56 PM
 
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El Matador State Beach, Malibu.


















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Old 12-05-2013, 04:17 PM
 
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Whenever I see the Griffith Observatory I remember Rebel Without A Cause.
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Old 12-19-2013, 07:14 PM
 
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Angel City - YouTube
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