They bring together a range of landmarks and well known streets at a time a city and its residents were looking to the future after the Second World War. The photos provide a fascinating snapshot of time around a city centre which offered hope and opportunity as well as a place for fun and relaxation. They are published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. READ MORE: The Leeds Blitz - Nine air raids which brought death and devastation LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
5. Leeds city centre in 1940s
Eastgate at its junction with Vicar Lane and The Headrow in February 1949.
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6. Leeds city centre in 1940s
Oxford Place in March 1946. Buildings house W.H. Hirst chartered accountant, Wood and Son solicitors, C. Tasker estate and insurance agents and Midland Counties Motor Finance Co. Ltd. On the right is Radiovox Wireless Services Ltd. On the left are the RSPCC and W. Blythman estate agent.
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7. Leeds city centre in the 1940s
Looking south from Merrion Street across the rest garden towards Lewis's store in March 1948. St John's Church is on the left.
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8. Leeds city centre in 1940s
Harewood Barracks on Woodhouse Lane pictured in February 1949.
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