Photos: Flyboys and jitterbugging dames at the 1940s WWII Era Ball

The annual 1940s WWII Era Ball goes back in time right down to every last retro detail, with re-enactor appearances by '40s celebrities, swinging to big band music and some cherry examples of WWII aircraft for a backdrop at the Boulder Airport. Photographer Jake Shane was there on Saturday night...
By Susan FroydJune 16, 2014
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The annual 1940s WWII Era Ball goes back in time right down to every last retro detail, with re-enactor appearances by ’40s celebrities, swinging to big band music and some cherry examples of WWII aircraft for a backdrop at the Boulder Airport. Photographer Jake Shane was there on Saturday night to catch the sights and people at this year’s version; following are some of our favorite shots.

See also: 1940s WWII Era Ball 2013

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Susan Froyd started writing for Westword as the “Thrills” editor in 1992 and never quite left the fold. These days she still freelances for the paper in addition to walking her dogs, enjoying cheap ethnic food and reading voraciously. Sometimes she writes poetry.

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