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Slum housing in Birmingham. November 1967. Children play amongst the wreckage of
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Slum housing in Birmingham. November 1967. Children play amongst the wreckage of
Slum housing in Birmingham. November 1967.
Children play amongst the wreckage of abandoned cars, old iron and decayed vegetable matter which have been dumped on cleared redevelopment sites in Knutsford Street, Balsall Heath.
November 1967
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21683520
© Mirrorpix
Locations Places Poor Poverty Rubbish Rubble Slums
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Captured in November 1967, this poignant print showcases the harsh reality of slum housing in Birmingham. In the heart of Balsall Heath's Knutsford Street, children fearlessly navigate their way through a landscape marred by wreckage and decay. Abandoned cars, old iron, and decaying vegetable matter have been callously dumped on cleared redevelopment sites, leaving behind a scene that epitomizes poverty-stricken living conditions. The innocence of childhood shines through as these resilient youngsters find solace amidst the rubble. Unfazed by their surroundings, they create their own world within this desolate environment. Their laughter echoes against dilapidated walls while they play games that transcend material limitations. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by those residing in impoverished areas during the 1960s. It exposes not only the physical deterioration but also sheds light on the emotional toll such circumstances can take on individuals and communities. Preserved within Memory Lane Prints' collection from Birmingham Post and Mail Archive, this image offers us an opportunity to reflect upon our progress since then. It reminds us to continue striving for improved living conditions for all members of society – especially vulnerable children who deserve better opportunities. Let this powerful visual serve as a catalyst for change; may it inspire compassion and action towards eradicating poverty and ensuring every child has access to safe housing.
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