There was plenty going on in the world in 1955 - the year in which the civil rights movement in America was kickstarted by the Montgomery Bus Boycott following Rosa Parks' arrest.
Disneyland opened its doors for the first time, while James Dean was starring in Rebel Without a Cause at the cinema.
In the UK, Winston Churchill resigned as Prime Minister, Princess Margaret called off plans to get married to Group Captain Peter Townsend, and ITV launched.
Meanwhile in Scotland a severe winter freeze caused disruption saw Operation Snowdrop launched to help cut-off communities, the Conservatives won a landslide victory in the UK General Election and the Scottish Cup Final was broadcast live on television for the first time.
Here are 19 pictures from our archive to take you back to those days.
9. Water nice day
Holiday-makers at Portobello outdoor swimming pool, Edinburgh, having fun in the waves created by a special machine in July 1955. | National World
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11. Father and son
John Young and his son Paul Young (who would go on to become a popular television and film personality) appearing together in the Gateway Theatre play 'Susie Tangles the Strings', in December 1955 | National World
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12. Cabin crew
Jill Morgan, an air hostess with BEA (British European Airways) stands on the steps to a plane at Turnhouse airport. | TSPL