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Two boys walk pass the partially demolished row of terrace houses in Blackburn May
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Two boys walk pass the partially demolished row of terrace houses in Blackburn May
Two boys walk pass the partially demolished row of terrace houses in Blackburn
May 1987
mirrorpix
England
WA*3132798
Media ID 21528014
© Mirrorpix
Boys City Construction Demolished Demolition Derelict Deserted Destruction Houses Houses And Homes Industry And Work Innocence Landscape Lifestyle Poor Poverty Rubble Ruins Slum Slums Social History Street Terrace Terraced Walking Demolitions Moods And Expressions Photography And Film
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Capturing the essence of a bygone era, this poignant print transports us back to May 1987 in Blackburn. Two young boys, their innocence shining through their moods and expressions, walk past a row of partially demolished terrace houses. The image tells a story of childhood in the 1980s, set against the backdrop of a city undergoing drastic changes. The derelict and deserted houses stand as remnants of an industrial past, bearing witness to the once-thriving housing industry and bustling construction sites. Poverty looms over these slums, where families struggled to make ends meet amidst crumbling infrastructure. The rubble-filled landscape serves as a stark reminder of destruction and decay. Yet amidst this desolation, there is resilience in the faces of these children. They navigate through adversity with determination etched on their young features. Their footsteps echo along the terraced street, symbolizing hope for brighter futures despite challenging circumstances. This photograph not only captures social history but also evokes nostalgia for a time when communities faced hardships together. It reminds us that even within poverty-stricken neighborhoods, moments of joy could be found – laughter echoing down narrow streets or games played among ruins. As we gaze upon this powerful image from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported into an era where innocence coexisted with struggle; it serves as both a testament to human resilience and a call for empathy towards those who endure similar challenges today.
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