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View of the harbour and quayside, Aberdeen, Scotland
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View of the harbour and quayside, Aberdeen, Scotland
View of the harbour and quayside, Aberdeen, Scotland. Date: 1960s
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity of Aberdeen Harbour and quayside in the 1960s. The image is filled with a sense of industry and hard work, as fishermen prepare their nets and boats for a day at sea, while men load and unload cargo from ships using cranes and trucks. In the foreground, a lone figure in a raincoat and hat stands on the quay, seemingly lost in thought as he gazes out at the choppy waters. The harbour is a hive of activity, with boats of all sizes bobbing gently on the waves. Some are small fishing vessels, while others are larger commercial ships, their hulls gleaming in the sunlight. A red car and a white van are parked on the quayside, adding a touch of modernity to the scene. In the background, the granite buildings of Aberdeen's Old Town rise up, their tall spires and steep roofs creating a striking contrast against the grey sky. A lifebelt and claxon horn hanging from a post serve as a reminder of the dangers of the sea, while a row of lifebelts on the quay indicate the importance of safety in this working harbour. The photograph captures the essence of life in Aberdeen during the 1960s, a time when the city's fishing and shipping industries were at their peak. It is a snapshot of a bygone era, when the sea was the lifeblood of the community and the quayside was the heart of the city.
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