The earliest photos of the United States:
That trend continued up through the 1950's and into the 60's How many remember their fathers and grandfathers wearing suit and tie and fedora when out in public? I have searched Minnesota mid 1800's trappers and farmers pictures. The great majority all show guys in shirts, vests and jackets. Now the question is, did they don this attire for normal workaday wear or because they were having their pictures taken? Having your picture taken back then would have been a big deal.
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