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Mr. Bob Torr and wife Valerie with their children Julie, 5, and Michael, 3
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Mr. Bob Torr and wife Valerie with their children Julie, 5, and Michael, 3
Mr. Bob Torr and wife Valerie with their children Julie, 5, and Michael, 3, in their flat at Park Hill, Sheffield. 2nd October 1967
Howard Walker
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Sheffield
England
DM X6243
Media ID 21872379
© Mirrorpix
Boom City Brutalism Brutalist City Council Flats Modern Urban 1967
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Capturing the essence of urban family life in the 1960s, this print showcases Mr. Bob Torr and his wife Valerie alongside their adorable children, Julie aged 5 and Michael aged 3. The picture was taken on a crisp autumn day in their cozy flat at Park Hill, Sheffield on October 2nd, 1967. The architectural backdrop of this image tells a story of its own - showcasing the iconic brutalist style that dominated the cityscape during that era. Park Hill's towering flats were not only a symbol of modernity but also provided much-needed housing for families like the Torrs. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a moment filled with warmth and love as Mr. and Mrs. Torr proudly stand beside their beaming children. Their contentment is palpable as they create cherished memories within these concrete walls. This photograph serves as a nostalgic reminder of an era when community spirit thrived amidst booming cities like Sheffield. It encapsulates both the challenges and triumphs faced by families living in council flats during those times. Howard Walker's lens has artfully captured not just an ordinary family portrait but also an emblematic slice of history from mid-20th century Britain – where architecture met humanity to shape lives.
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