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Stunning Vintage Photos of Corona, Queens, NYC in 1974

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Corona is a beautiful neighborhood in the borough of Queens in New York City. It has a multicultural population including African American, Italian American, German, Irish and Chinese population. It was founded in 1854 and named after Crown Building Company. The area was originally known as West Flushing. Numerous famous personalities, including musicians, athletes, and activists were born and raised in this neighborhood.

Here below are some stunning vintage photos that show what Corona, Queens looked like in 1974. These amazing photos show street scenes and everyday life. Vote your favorites and don’t forget to share.

#1 A street corner in the heart of Corona, Queens, 1974.

A street corner in the heart of Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#2 A US Mail truck sits parked in front of the Corona, NY Post Office at the corner of Roosevelt Avenue and 104th Street, 1974.

A US Mail truck sits parked in front of the Corona, NY Post Office at the corner of Roosevelt Avenue and 104th Street, 1974.

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#3 Three commuters sit in a graffiti covered subway car as it travels through Corona, Queens, 1974.

Three commuters sit in a graffiti covered subway car as it travels through Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#4 Spanish Medical Center and other small businesses along Roosevelt Avenue in Corona, Queens, 1974.

Spanish Medical Center and other small businesses along Roosevelt Avenue in Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#5 Elevated view from the Seven Train Subway platform of small businesses lining Roosevelt Avenue in the heart of Corona, Queens. 5th November 1974

Elevated view from the Seven Train Subway platform of small businesses lining Roosevelt Avenue in the heart of Corona, Queens. 5th November 1974

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#6 The Plaza Movie Theater, and other small businesses along Roosevelt Avenue in Corona, Queens, 1974.

The Plaza Movie Theater, and other small businesses along Roosevelt Avenue in Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#7 Bingo Parlor, and other small businesses lining Roosevelt Avenue in the heart of Corona, Queens, 1974.

Bingo Parlor, and other small businesses lining Roosevelt Avenue in the heart of Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#8 A lady exits a fruit and vegetable stand below the elevated subway line on Roosevelt Avenue in the heart of Corona, Queens. 5th November 1974

A lady exits a fruit and vegetable stand below the elevated subway line on Roosevelt Avenue in the heart of Corona, Queens. 5th November 1974

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#9 Subway platform at 103rd Street in Corona, Queens, 1974.

Subway platform at 103rd Street in Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#10 Residential buildings and commercial businesses at the corner of 104th Street and Roosevelt Avenue in the heart of Corona, Queens, 1974.

Residential buildings and commercial businesses at the corner of 104th Street and Roosevelt Avenue in the heart of Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#11 The number Seven Train travels along the elevated subway tracks through a residential neighborhood in Corona, Queens, 1974.

The number Seven Train travels along the elevated subway tracks through a residential neighborhood in Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#12 Subway line along Roosevelt Avenue in the heart of Corona, Queens, 1974.

Subway line along Roosevelt Avenue in the heart of Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#13 Graffiti covers the Junction Boulevard subway sign on the elevated line in Corona. 5th November 1974

Graffiti covers the Junction Boulevard subway sign on the elevated line in Corona. 5th November 1974

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#14 Commuters board a graffiti covered subway car at the Junction Boulevard station in Corona, Queens, 1974.

Commuters board a graffiti covered subway car at the Junction Boulevard station in Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#15 A subway train sits with it’s doors open at the 82nd Street subway station in Corona, Queens as commuters enter and sit down, 1974.

A subway train sits with it's doors open at the 82nd Street subway station in Corona, Queens as commuters enter and sit down, 1974.

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#16 New York City Skyline and surrounding cityscape from the elevated subway platform at 103rd Street in Corona, Queens, 1974.

New York City Skyline and surrounding cityscape from the elevated subway platform at 103rd Street in Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#17 Residential homes next to the elevated subway line at 39th Avenue in Corona, Queens, 1974.

Residential homes next to the elevated subway line at 39th Avenue in Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#18 Elevated subway line of a street lined with small businesses in Corona, Queens, 1974.

Elevated subway line of a street lined with small businesses in Corona, Queens, 1974.

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#19 A graffiti covered subway train sits at the Junction Boulevard station in Corona, Queens, 1974.

A graffiti covered subway train sits at the Junction Boulevard station in Corona, Queens, 1974.

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