These images feature local landmarks from the decade as well as familiar streets and locations in the community. They are published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: 19 unseen photos of Crossgates through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Crossgates in the 1940s
Three blocks of brick terraced houses on Austhorpe Road in July 1948. None of the gate openings have their original iron gates due to the wartime appeal for metal. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Crossgates in the 1940s
View of the sign and premises of Bulmer Bros. Joiners and builders on Austhorpe Road in July 1948. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Crossgates during the 1940s
A tobacconist's kiosk on Austhorpe Road in January 1946 which appears to be empty of stock Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
16. Crossgates in the 1940s
Station Road looking towards Austhorpe Road in September 1948. To the right can be seen the Travellers Rest public house. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
17. Crossgates in the 1940s
Looking north along footpath leading from Austhorpe Road in January 1946. Travellers Rest pub to the right Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
18. Crossgates during the 1940s
A footpath near Cross Gates Ring Road in January 1946. To the left is a wall covered with posters for the forthcoming muncipal elections. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net