A slice of Americana, 1950s style, via the side view of small community motel still in operation in Des Plaines, Illinois, USA.

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A slice of Americana, 1950s style, represented by a side view of a small community motel still in operation in Des Plaines, Illinois in suburban Chicago. Motels such as this were common throughout the United States in mid- to late-20th century in smaller communities and towns.

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Size: 2832px × 4256px
Location: Des Plaines, Illinois, USA
Photo credit: © Bruce Leighty / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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