After the glitz and glamour of the 1920s and 1930s, the party came to an abrupt halt in 1939 as the world went to war once again.

We take a look at the impact this important decade had on everyday life, discovering the architecture, décor and habits of a 1940s home both during and after World War II.

Read on to discover what life was like at home and overseas for Americans during the 1940s. To enjoy these pictures on a desktop computer FULL SCREEN, click on the icon at the top right of the image...