Ten years of Sunderland life after the war and how you can find out even more in a fascinating talk
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The first ten years of Wearside life after World War II is going under the spotlight.
Peace had returned but there were huge changes on the way - and the decade of 1945 to 1955 comes under the microscope at the next monthly talk held by Sunderland Antiquarian Society.
A decade of change and fascinating history
It will be given by society secretary Philip Curtis on Thursday, December 18 and he said: “It should be a fascinating evening and include the streets, the shopping, businesses, housing, recreation, entertainment, sport, notable individuals and events.”
Get along to the Bethany Hall in the Bede Tower in Ryhope Road. Doors open at 6.40pm and the talk will start at 7.30pm.
These photos give a glimpse of the fantastic night in store and show scenes such as the aftermath of the bombing of the Binns store.
Caslaw Bros and Austin’s shipyard
There are also views of Caslaw Bros, the old north end of the station and a reminder of the Sunderland football squad of 1946.
Take a look at shipyard workers leaving the Austin’s yard.
Admission to the talk is £2 for members and £3 for non members.
You can find out more about the Antiquarian Society by getting along to its Heritage Centre which is open in Douro Terrace on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9.30am to 12pm.
You can also visit the Antiquarian Society’s Facebook page or its website which is at http://www.sunderland-antiquarians.org
And to become a member, email [email protected]