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The high rise flats at Shieldfield in Newcastle 9 September 1965
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The high rise flats at Shieldfield in Newcastle 9 September 1965
The high rise flats at Shieldfield in Newcastle 9 September 1965, with the Family Group Sculpture by J R Murray McCheyne, in the foreground
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Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21608572
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Cityscapes Depressing Grim High Rise Flats Homes Sculpture Tower Block Uk Social History
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This print takes us back to the heart of Shieldfield, Newcastle on a melancholic day in September 1965. The image showcases the towering high rise flats that dominated the city's skyline during this era. These architectural giants, often associated with urban decay and social issues, loom over the landscape like silent sentinels. In stark contrast to their imposing presence, we find solace in the foreground where J R Murray McCheyne's Family Group Sculpture stands proudly. This art piece serves as a poignant reminder of unity and connection amidst an otherwise grim cityscape. Its intricate details capture both vulnerability and strength within familial bonds. The photograph encapsulates a significant chapter in UK social history when tower blocks were seen as a solution to housing shortages but ultimately became synonymous with deprivation and despair. It evokes feelings of sadness as we contemplate the lives lived within those concrete walls. As we delve into this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints, it is impossible not to reflect upon how societal structures can shape our experiences and emotions. Despite its somber undertones, there is beauty in capturing these moments frozen in time – reminders of our collective past that continue to resonate today.
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