VIDEO: Amazing photos show how Leeds has changed from 1950 to 1990

There have been many changes to Leeds since the middle of the 20th century.

As this video of retro photos shows, the city has undergone huge changes.

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How Leeds has changed between 1950 and 1990

Not just to areas like Victoria Square or the train station as seen here.

But there have been changes to public transport. Buses have vastly altered and there are several shots of the old tram system.

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