In September 1923, Boston’s first airport opened. At first it was mainly used by the military and post office, with the first commercial flights starting in 1927. It was named General Edward Lawrence Logan Airport in the 1940s during its expansion. — Leanne Burden Seidel and Lisa Tuite

You could see them at Fenway Park on opening day, giving directions in Downtown Crossing, or keeping the peace during the busing crisis. Boston’s Mounted Police Unit began officially in 1870 and patrolled the city for more than 135 years. They were a favorite subject for many Boston Globe photographers over the years. — Thea Breite and Lisa Tuite

The Red Sox won’t make the playoffs this year, but the Patriots kick off their season on Sunday against the Dolphins in Miami. With Rob Gronkowski back in the lineup, there is reason to have hope. Looking back to the 1960s, the Patriots played their first NFL team, played their games in three different stadiums, and in 1961 they ended the season with a 41-0 shutout over San Diego. The 41-point margin of victory remains the largest shutout victory in Patriots history. — Thea Breite and Lisa Tuite

In honor of Labor Day, which celebrates American workers and their achievements, we look at images of past strikes in Massachusetts. In fighting for their rights, employee unions have stopped working and created disturbances to bring attention to the hardships they are facing. —Leanne Burden Seidel and Lisa Tuite

On July 18, 1972 the Rollings Stones played a memorable concert at the Boston Garden. The group was arrested at T.F Green Airport on their way to the Garden after an altercation with a photographer and police officer. Fans had to wait for hours until Mayor Kevin White made a plea to Warwick Police to release the rock band. After special hearing and bail set at $50 each, the group finally appeared on stage at 12:45am. — Leanne Burden Seidel and Lisa Tuite

Boston has a rich history of markets. In 1634 the town voted to establish a market at the site of the Old State House. According to Governor John Winthrop’s journal, the market was located there because it was the center of all that was important — the church, the meeting house, the public pillory, and the whipping post. — Thea Breite and Lisa Tuite

In 1979, many New Englanders decided to stay home instead of driving to a vacation spot. The energy crisis created much anxiety about the availability of gasoline. Drivers waited in long lines at gas stations hoping that the business would not run out of gas before they got to the pump, or worse -- their car run out while they waited in line. — Leanne Burden Seidel and Lisa Tuite