With every decade that passes, a whole slew of moments and memories from the decade go with it. Every decade contains some of its own icons, gadgets, places, and things that make it unique. It is quite interesting to see how much changes in just a single decade, it can be a lot. The 1940s weren't all that long ago, in the grand scheme of things. Some folks have their own memories from the times and then there are some other moments remembered by many. It can be good to go back and remember the moments in these decades that made them great and recognize the impact they had.

Nostalgia can come in many forms, but a lot of the time it is delivered through old photos and images from the period. The nostalgia featured here is nostalgia that not everyone will understand, but for those who do, it means a lot to them. The 1940s were known as the "war years." These years were filled with turmoil, revolution, change, and a lot of important history. It was influential and impactful and everyone should take the time to go and learn about it.

Take a look back and travel into the 1940s for a peek into some old celebrities, memorable moments, and other interesting images from society at that time that will pique everyone's interest. These 24 photos are a major throwback.