The document examines over 2,000 images from Lithuanian archaeological surveys between 1949-1967 to understand everyday life. It describes the difficult conditions faced by archaeologists during the Soviet occupation, including a lack of tools, equipment and funding. The images show how archaeologists improvised and collaborated with local communities, facing challenges like damaged sites but also finding benefits like fresh vegetables grown on excavation plots. The conclusions are that the images provide valuable insights while more remains to be uncovered about everyday realities during this period.