14 absorbing photos take you back to Armley in the 1940s

It was the decade the horrors and reality of the Second World War came too close to home for comfort.

These photos turn the spotlight on Armley in the 1940s and showcase how air raids caused destruction and devastation to those living in the heart of the community. The gallery also features local landmarks such as the J. W. Roberts asbestos factory and West Leeds High School as well as familiar streets and roads. The images are 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: 21 photos take you back to Armley in the 1990s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP NEWSLETTERS: Sign up for free news and sport

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