13 historical Preston pictures taken at the turn of the 20th Century from 1900-1901

These fascinating pictures show how Preston was shaping up at the start of the 20th Century.

They are a fascinating insight into life in our city - its people, landscapes, churches and shops. They are a snapshot into a world we didn’t know, only one we can see through the history books.

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5. Preston 1900-1901

Preston cotton mill scene in the 1900's | National World

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6. Preston 1900-1901

A bird's eye view for one youngster as a troop of soldiers from Fulwood Barracks, dressed in tropical kit in the centre of Fishergate, march in single file to the railway station where they would depart for the South African wars in 1900 | National World

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7. Preston 1900-1901

This well-known pub on the outskirts of Preston may not be quite so well known it its guise of yesteryear. The Lea Gate was snapped around 1900 by the father of Mrs Mildred Dawson, of New Longton. He farmed at Lea in that era and also had 10 children | National World