History | Ancient History on Instagram: "In 1964, vending machines were becoming a familiar and convenient part of everyday life, especially in offices, factories, schools, and train stations across the United States and other industrialized countries. Most machines were mechanical or electromechanical, operated with coins, and offered simple, affordable items such as candy bars, chewing gum, soda bottles, and small snack packages. Refrigerated soda machines were particularly popular, often feat