It’s 70 years since the Echo’s photographers captured these scenes on the streets, docks and buildings of Sunderland.
They show just how different life was back in 1950 even though it is in living memory of thousands of Wearsiders.
But how many of these scenes do you remember? Take a look and get in touch with your memories.

5. Taking a fairground ride
The Seaburn Fairground and train in 1950. Photo: Sunderland Echo

6. A new school in town
Hendon Valley Road School which officially opened on November 7 1950. Did you go there? Photo: Sunderland Echo

7. Can you guess the location?
Can anyone guess this 1950's location in Sunderland town centre? Photo: SE

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