Atlantic City, New Jersey. RARE PHOTOGRAPHS. Including Margate. {1930's To The 1960's}

From the 1930s to the 1960s, Atlantic City was a premier resort, known for its nightlife on Kentucky Avenue and its role as a military training center during World War II. However, beginning in the 1950s, declining popularity due to the rise of air travel to other destinations, coupled with growing economic and social issues in the 1960s, led to the city's significant downturn. Meanwhile, Margate, located south of Atlantic City, saw increased popularity as a summer hot spot during this era.
Atlantic City
1930s:
The city continued its reign as a major vacation destination and its Kentucky Avenue was famous for its nightlife, attracting top jazz talent.
World War II (1940s):
Atlantic City served as a crucial military training site and a recovery center for wounded soldiers.
1950s:
Atlantic City began to lose its appeal as air travel to places like Florida and the Caribbean became more accessible, leading to its decline as a resort destination.
1960s:
The city faced severe economic and social problems, with an economy dependent on a dwindling tourist base.
Margate
General Trend:
Margate City experienced growing popularity as the Jersey Shore became a more popular destination for summer vacations.
Growth:
New businesses opened, and more visitors came to the community throughout this period.
Atlantic City, New Jersey - Wikipedia
Like many older East Coast cities after World War II, Atlantic City became plagued with poverty, crime, corruption, and general economic decline.

History of Atlantic City
From the 1880s to 1940s, Atlantic City was a major vacation resort. In the 1920s it was considered the premier tryout town for theatrical productions headed for...
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The Atlantic City Free Public Library
History of Margate City, NJ - VisitNJShore.com
Over the years, as the rest of the Jersey Shore grew in popularity as a summer hot spot, so did Margate City. New businesses continued to open along the shore a...
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www.visitnjshore.com

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