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.
2. A shipping scene in January 1950
Laings Shipyard pictured 70 years ago. Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. A dock scene
Four Wearside workmen passing through one of railway arches that were a feature of the west side of the South Docks in 1950. Photo: se
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