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In the background the stately Dock Board building. In the foreground a corner of
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In the background the stately Dock Board building. In the foreground a corner of
In the background the stately Dock Board building. In the foreground a corner of Liverpools show place - the Pier Head. Shanties, barbed wire, asbestos sheeting, broken-down fencing, paintwork that perishes from age make this something that disgraces the city. 8th August 1957
Liverpool Post and Echo Archive
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
Merseyside
England
Media ID 21839325
© Mirrorpix
1957 City Looking Merseyside Run Down Corrugated Iron
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This print takes us back to the vibrant city of Liverpool in the 1950s. In the background, we see the grandeur of the Dock Board building, standing tall with its imposing architecture. However, it is in stark contrast to what lies in the foreground - a corner of Liverpools show place, the Pier Head. The scene before us is one that tells a tale of neglect and decay. Shanties dotting the landscape, barbed wire fencing serving as a feeble barrier, asbestos sheeting clinging onto dilapidated structures, and broken-down fencing all contribute to an atmosphere that disgraces this once proud city. The photographer has skillfully captured not only these physical elements but also manages to convey a sense of time passing by. The paintwork peeling off due to age serves as a poignant reminder of how things change over decades. Looking closely at this photograph reveals more than just urban decay; it offers glimpses into lives lived amidst these challenging conditions. A lone man can be seen navigating through this desolate space - his presence adding depth and humanity to an otherwise forgotten corner. As we gaze upon this image from Memory Lane Prints' Liverpool Post and Echo Archive collection, we are reminded that cities have their own stories etched within their streetscapes. This particular moment frozen in time encapsulates both beauty and despair – reminding us that even great cities like Liverpool have faced their share of struggles throughout history.
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