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Row of derelict houses, Hackney, London, August 1937
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Row of derelict houses, Hackney, London, August 1937
Row of derelict houses 21-37 Acton Street, Hackney, London, August 1937. Street of abandoned houses with broken and boarded-up windows. On the right is a shop, with men digging-up the road on the left
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Abandoned Council Derelict Greater London Council Hackney London County Council Neglect Neglected Shop Front Shop Window Acton Street
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Capturing the Desolation - A Glimpse into Hackney's Past, August 1937
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. This poignant photograph transports us back to a forgotten era in Hackney, London. The image showcases a row of derelict houses on Acton Street, frozen in time during the summer of 1937. These abandoned buildings stand as silent witnesses to an era marked by neglect and poverty. The dilapidated structures with broken and boarded-up windows evoke a sense of desolation that once plagued this neighborhood. On the right side of the frame, we catch sight of a shop front, its existence contrasting starkly against the surrounding decay. Meanwhile, on the left side, men can be seen diligently digging up the road - perhaps symbolizing efforts towards urban renewal amidst adversity. This snapshot offers valuable insight into social conditions prevalent during this period. It reminds us of the challenges faced by communities under councils such as Greater London Council (GLC) and London County Council (LCC). The monochrome composition further emphasizes these struggles while highlighting architectural details that would otherwise go unnoticed. Preserved within Guildhall Library and Art Gallery's archives, this photograph serves as an important historical artifact documenting Hackney's past. It prompts reflection on how far we have come since then while also urging us to remember those who endured hardship in these very streets.
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