Science on the March (1952)

This illustration by Alexander Leydenfrost appeared in the fiftieth anniversary issue of Popular Mechanics (January, 1952). It depicts "science on the march" and even includes a chart explaining the various elements of the image.

Previously on Paleo-Future:

• Atomic Power Plant of the Future (1939)
• The Domination of Space (1950s)
• The Future of the Helicopter (1955)
• Our Friend the Atom (Book, 1956)
• Disney's Magic Highway (1958)
• Nuclear-Powered Aircraft (1960)

Comments

[Yesus]

I would love to print this as a poster, is there any chance to get this in high res?

[TimeFlies]

"16. Meteorological balloons (flying saucers)" is giving it all away!

[Wutzke]

"37. Laboratory rabbits" - nice. Surprised there's not a "45. Negro porter serving drinks" or "46. Wife using leisure time to stay trim for her husband".

[TimeFlies]

Though it can not fly, I would personally not object driving in 36.

[amy ame rain]

It's interesting how the only field of science in which they are predicting advancement is that of stellar discoveries (and the shape of cars a bit).

[Bob]

The 2002 car is actually pretty accurate.