During World War II, Mexico was an ally of the United States. The post-war years brought massive industrial and economic growth. It was the period in which Mexico opened the gates to non-aligned countries or political refugees. Commercial agriculture expanded with the growth of exports to the U.S. of high-value fruits and vegetables. The government was peacefully transferred to the next civilian regime. President Aleman was the chief architect of new departures in the official party.
Here below are some cool vintage photos of Mexico from the 1950s that show street scenes, markets, landmarks, and everyday life of Mexican people.
