Description
Step back in time with the VTG Life Magazine July 15, 1940, featuring the enchanting Rita Hayworth, one of America’s most celebrated actresses. This iconic edition captures the glamour of Hollywood during a pivotal time in history. Fans of classic cinema and collectors of vintage memorabilia will appreciate the rich content and stunning visuals that this magazine offers.
Within the pages of this magazine, you will find captivating articles and beautiful photographs that showcase not only Rita Hayworth but also significant world events from the summer of 1940. The feature on Rita highlights her burgeoning career and her rise to stardom during the Golden Age of Hollywood.
This issue comes packed with interesting stories, including:
- A detailed photographic essay of Cape Cod, which reveals why it was considered a great summer playground.
- A look at global events, such as Britain girding for defense and reports on events that were shaping the world, including a surly German prisoner of war's perspective on Canada from his prison ship.
*The image shown in this listing is a stock photo. You will receive the same issue as depicted, and condition described in this listing, but it may not be the exact copy shown in the photo.*
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In this July 15, 1940 issue, you’ll find updates on significant events including:
Pg… 17 The Week's Events: Britain Girds for Defense
Pg… 26 The Week's Events: LIFE on the Newsfronts of the World
Pg… 27 The Week's Events: Surly German Prisoner of War Looks at Canada from His Prison Ship
Pg… 28 The Week's Events: Russians Build Air Base a Mile from U.S. Soil
Pg… 30 The Week's Events: Senate Grills Stimson and Knox for War and Navy Posts
Pg… 33 The Week's Events: Millions of Melons Rush East in Imperial Valley's Big Week
Pg… 84 The Week's Events: The "Scotstoun's" Last Flight
Pg… 67 Photographic Essay: Cape Cod: Sea Makes It Great Summer Playground
Pg… 76 Close–Up: Ambassador Grew
Pg… 39 Sports: Canoeing
Pg… 45 Art: Talented Youngsters Draw the War
Pg… 50 Radio: Hayseed Humor and Showmanship Make WLS Leading Farm Station
Pg… 55 Movies: Terry Hunt Keeps Movie Stars Healthy
Pg… 58 Movies: Rita Hayworth Goes on a Bicycle Picnic
Pg… 61 Science: Book on Mathematics Goes from Googols to Doughnuts
Pg… 2 Other Departments: Letters to the Editors
Pg… 10 Other Departments: Speaking of Pictures: A Wedding Album
Pg… 90 Other Departments: LIFE Plays the Tom Sawyer Game
Pg… 94 Other Departments: Pictures to the Editors
Explore the elegance of a bygone era and enrich your collection with this vintage gem today!