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Housing slums in the Dalmarnock district of Glasgow The deralict tenament housing
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Housing slums in the Dalmarnock district of Glasgow The deralict tenament housing
Housing slums in the Dalmarnock district of Glasgow
The deralict tenament housing with its windows broken
A load of washing is hung out to dry
October 1963
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mirrorpix
Glasgow
Scotland
WA*2310321
Media ID 21528134
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City Clothes Clothes Line Derelict Drying Houses Laundry Poor Poverty Scotland Slum Squalor Terrace Terraced Washing Washing Line 1963 Laundry Day Pegged
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This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the Dalmarnock district of Glasgow in October 1963. The image captures a stark reality of the time - housing slums and derelict tenement buildings that were unfortunately all too common in this area. With broken windows and a sense of abandonment, these structures tell a story of poverty and squalor. Amidst this desolation, however, there is a glimmer of everyday life. A load of washing hangs out to dry on a clothesline, defying the surrounding gloom with its vibrant colors. This simple act speaks volumes about resilience and determination even in the face of adversity. The laundry day scene evokes mixed emotions - it symbolizes both struggle and hope. It serves as a reminder that amidst difficult circumstances, people find ways to carry on with their daily routines, seeking normalcy despite their surroundings. As we gaze at this photograph captured during an era marked by social challenges, it prompts us to reflect on how far society has come since then. It reminds us not only to appreciate our present living conditions but also to acknowledge the progress made toward providing better housing for all. This powerful image transports us back in time while simultaneously urging us forward towards continued improvement and compassion for those who still face similar hardships today.
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