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Vintage Photos of The Bronx in 1970 that show the Gritty Life and Poverty

By 1970, the Bronx had seen its best days. According to PJ O’Rourke, New Yorkers from other boroughs can experience a wilderness life here. These photos by Camilo Jose Vergara offer a glimpse into everyday life in The Bronx in 1970. They depict gritty life and poverty.

The South Bronx was particularly affected by urban decay. Like New York City, the Bronx had high crime rates in 1970. In the late 1990s and continuing today, the borough experienced new population growth.

#4 Bronx Queen and number 6 subway, Bronx River at Westchester Aven

Written by Wendy Robert

Brand journalist, Ghostwriter and Proud New Yorker. New York is not a city – it’s a world.

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