From cutting-edge scientific inventions like X-ray imaging to munitions factories that helped the nation turn the tide in the First World War, Leeds and its residents have had a profound impact on history.
Here, we look at 15 ways the city has changed the world.
7. Silver Cross prams
Nursery brand and baby pram creator Silver Cross was founded in Leeds. In 1877, Leeds man William Wilson invented its first baby pram. Its factory was based at Silver Cross Street in Hunslet, which led to the name. Pictured is a former Lawrence Wilson & Son Ltd site in Guiseley on June 13, 1967. Photo: YPN
8. Thomas Chippendale
The cabinet maker, renowned across the world, was born in Otley. Thomas Cippendale (1718-1779) gained a reputation for his designs and high-quality craftsmanship, which became one of the most sought-after furniture brands in the 18th century. Pictured is curator Simon McCormack, polishing a library desk created by Thomas Chippendale, at Nostell Priory, Wakefield, in 2021. Photo: Simon Hulme
9. Leeds City Station
One of the busiest railway stations outside London, Leeds city centre's train station was first unveiled in 1938. It was created following the 'grouping' of former city centre sites New and Wellington Stations. Leeds City Station was rebuilt in 1967. Photo: Gary Longbottom
10. Clinical thermometer
Physician Sir Thomas Clifford Allbutt (1836-1925) served for 20 years as a consultant at Leeds General Infirmary. He introduced the 'clinical' thermometer, a slimmed down version of the older traditional thermometers used at the time. It was six inches, compared to the typical 10-inch device, meaning doctors could carry it around in pockets. Pictured, a nurse takes a patient's temperature with a thermometer in the 1950s. Photo: Getty Images/Three Lions
11. Harry Ramsden's fish and chips
Famous fish and chip shop Harry Ramsden's has several outlets spread across the country. But the much-loved chippy had humble beginnings. It was first opened as a shop by Harry Ramsden in December, 1928 at White Cross in Guiseley, Leeds. Pictured is the former Harry Ramsden's restaurant, in Guiseley, in 2010. Photo: Simon Hulme
12. Monopoly
The famous game, popular across the world, was produced and distributed in the UK by Leeds-based firm Waddingtons for many years. The company became involved with the game soon after it was invented by Charles B Darrow in the US in the 1930s. Photo: PA