10 Vintage family photos that feel like you traveled back in time

These old school photos acquired by retired Navy photographer Steve Given offer us an interesting look into a time long past.

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These amazing photos were acquired by Steve Given, a retired Navy photographer from Australia.

Being an avid collector of vintage photographic equipment, Steve has gathered thousands of these photographs over the decades; photos of unknown people taken by their friends and family. These photos were restored by Steve himself, and they provide a glimpse into a time long gone.

A boy and his horse

This cute little cowboy looks like he's ready for the rodeo! He even has little cowboy boots to match his outfit.

photo from: Steve Given

We're not too sure if that bird is real

Though, if that is indeed an actual bird perched on her arm and singing along, then it just makes the photo that much more amazing.

photo from: Steve Given

Dancing, or balancing?

By the look on her face, I think she's confused about what she's doing too.

photo from: Steve Given

Picking fruit?

This is one of those moments that may you say "Aww", but it can also make you wonder what is it exactly that they're doing sitting in the middle of all those fruits.

photo from: Steve Given

Awesome hat and binoculars!

Looks to me like someone wanted to be an explorer when he grew up. Hopefully he made it.

photo from: Steve Given

Original gangster

Is he trying to look cool, or threatening? Maybe both?

photo from: Steve Given

This could be one of the earliest group selfies

For a vintage photo, these people can sure make it look really good.

photo from: Steve Given

I guess it really was a different time

She's either inside a makeshift submarine, or a badly made boat. Either way, it makes for an interesting photo.

photo from: Steve Given

Is that some sort of costume?

Either way, it's so cute that they all have matching costumes!

photo from: Steve Given

Looking dapper!

Really nice outfits guys. But what are you doing beside that sign?

photo from: Steve Given

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Jan Alwyn Batara

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