If there’s one thing people in Montana appreciate, it’s the good old days. If you move to the Treasure State from a far off land, you may meet some resistance if you suggest anything should be different. That being said, it’s undeniable that the state has seen plenty of changes over the years. These awesome photos from 1939 prove it.

  1. First National Bank, Fairfield

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  1. Ferris Wheel and Amusement Park Rides, Bozeman

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  1. Main Street, Fairfield

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  1. Roundup Camp, Bighorn County

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  1. Farmers in Town, Fairfield

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  1. Go Western Parade, Billings

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  1. Beer Parlor, Birney

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  1. Saddle Shop, Miles City

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  1. Storefront, Plentywood

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  1. Four Cowboys Stand In Front of a Bar in Billings

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We hope you enjoyed this walk down memory lane!

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OK, maybe not that much has changed…

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