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Slum housing in Birmingham. 8th August 1952. Tools and equipment provided free of charge
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Slum housing in Birmingham. 8th August 1952. Tools and equipment provided free of charge
Slum housing in Birmingham. 8th August 1952. Tools and equipment provided free of charge by the citys Public Works Dept. will be used by nearly 100 residents living nearby to convert this bomb site between Oakley Road, Bolton Road and Cooksey Road in Small Heath into a park and playground for the children of the area
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21675310
© Mirrorpix
Boys Only Locations Places Poor Poverty Slums
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This print from August 8th, 1952, showcases the harsh reality of slum housing in Birmingham. The image depicts a group of determined residents, nearly 100 strong, who have come together to transform a bomb site into a park and playground for the children living nearby. Tools and equipment provided free of charge by the city's Public Works Department are scattered across the scene, symbolizing hope amidst poverty. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the resilience of these boys-only community members as they work tirelessly to create a safe haven for their neighborhood's youngsters. Their dedication is palpable as they labor with determination on this barren land located between Oakley Road, Bolton Road, and Cooksey Road in Small Heath. The photograph not only captures an era defined by its struggles but also serves as a testament to human spirit triumphing over adversity. It reminds us that even in times of destitution and limited resources, communities can band together to create something beautiful out of nothingness. As we delve into this piece from Memory Lane Prints' collection curated by Birmingham Post and Mail Archive, we are reminded that photographs hold within them stories untold—stories that shed light on our collective past while inspiring us to build better futures.
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