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Children playing in a street near the shipyard in Sunderland
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Children playing in a street near the shipyard in Sunderland
Children playing in a street near the shipyard in Sunderland, County Durham (now Tyne and Wear) 28th April 1954
Bela Zola
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
England
Media ID 21681690
© Mirrorpix
Boys City County Durham Industrial River Sunderland Tyne And Wear Urban Washing Line
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This print by Bela Zola takes us back to the vibrant streets of Sunderland in County Durham, during a sunny day on April 28th, 1954. The image beautifully captures the essence of childhood joy as a group of boys play freely near the bustling shipyard. These young adventurers are immersed in their own world, oblivious to the industrial backdrop that surrounds them. The city's rich industrial heritage is evident in this snapshot; towering cranes and ships dominate the horizon while smoke billows from chimneys nearby. Yet amidst this urban landscape, these children find solace and amusement within their close-knit community. A washing line stretches across the street above them, adorned with colorful garments dancing in the breeze - a testament to everyday life unfolding around them. It serves as a reminder that even amid an era defined by industry and progress, simple pleasures like playing outdoors remain cherished moments for these youngsters. Zola's lens perfectly encapsulates both innocence and resilience against an industrial backdrop. This photograph transports us back to a time when children found happiness through imaginative play amidst an ever-changing world. As we gaze upon this nostalgic scene frozen in time, it reminds us of our own childhood memories and evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times gone by.
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