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.
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