Plymouth at War Through Time

Plymouth at War Through Time

Plymouth Through Time

Plymouth Through Time

Plymouth From Old Photographs

Series: From Old Photographs

Publication Date15th March 2011

Book FormatPaperback

pages128

Illustrations213

Height234

Width165

A unique and charming look at the history of Plymouth and its inhabitants, through a fascinating collection of beautiful photographs.
Regular Price £16.99 Online Price: £13.59
Availability: In stock
ISBN
9781445604244

This fascinating collection of over 200 archive photographs and postcards - many not seen before - illustrates the history of Plymouth from the late 1800s to the early 1950s, including the early days of horse-drawn trams and early automobiles through to the blitz of 1941 and the reconstruction of the city in 1947. Never short of entertainment, Plymouth has been visited by a wealth of celebrities including Laurel and Hardy, Harry Houdini, Buffalo Bill and Lillie Langtry. Some older residents of the city will have heard tales of Houdini's jump in chains from Ha'penny Bridge at Stonehouse and Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show in the early 1900s. There are also nostalgic glimpses of the city's grand old theatres and of Plymouth Hoe, its former pier, and the many shows that took place there. Others will remember the summer dances, roller skating and Sunday concerts given by the Royal Marines Band. Plymouth has seen vast changes over the years and this book features many images of a pre-war Plymouth now long gone. Detailed and informative, this book is sure to bring back memories to be enjoyed by all who know and love this city.

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