A time when events covered in modern TV series like The Crown were occurring in real time, it was an era far-removed from our modern lives. But Preston was still Preston, so it’s fascinating to take a trip back in time to see what everything in the city looked like in those long-ago times.
These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...
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25. Visit by Queen Elizabeth II to Preston and to police HQ at Hutton on April 13 1951
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26. Addison Road (Blackpool Rd.) Preston 1951 This stretch of the road between Brook Street and Garstang Road was known as Addison Road before being re-named Blackpool Road. The road was the subject of a number of subsequent widening schemes, but in this view we see single lane traffic in each direction. Preston Motor Auctions are on the left of the image
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27. 13th Preston St. Thomas Cub Scouts Winners of the District Cub Shield in 1951. Image courtesy of Rev. Canon Ron Greenall
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28. Visit by Queen Elizabeth II to Preston and to police HQ at Hutton on April 13 1951
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