And we have got the photos to illustrate it. Here is a selection of images from Wearside taken 61 years ago and they show how much the town has changed.
What are your memories of Sunderland back then and do you remember these scenes?
But why not take a look for yourself and then get in touch to tell us more.
But why not take a look for yourself and then get in touch to tell us more.
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