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Junction - Angel Street and High Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England
Junction - Angel Street and High Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. Date: 1964
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This black-and-white photograph, taken in 1964, depicts a bustling junction in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, where Angel Street meets High Street. The scene is a vibrant representation of the 1960s, with a mix of traffic, pedestrians, and various modes of transportation. At the center of the intersection, a red double-decker bus turns a corner, its reflection shimmering in the puddles on the wet pavement. Cars, some with distinctive bubble-top designs, wait at the traffic lights, their engines idling softly. Pedestrians, dressed in fashionable attire of the era, hurry across the crossing, their umbrellas shielding them from the occasional drizzle. A policeman, dressed in a traditional uniform, stands at the corner, directing traffic with a confident and authoritative demeanor. The atmosphere is lively yet orderly, as the hustle and bustle of daily life unfolds before us. In the background, the iconic Peter Robinson Department Store and Cockaynes and Hornes shops can be seen, their facades adorned with intricate architectural details and colorful signage. The shops, bustling with activity, are a testament to the era's shopping culture and the allure of retail therapy. This atmospheric photograph, with its rich details and timeless charm, transports us back to a bygone era, inviting us to explore the history and character of Sheffield during the 1960s.
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