The 60s were a time for massive social and economic upheaval in Birmingham
The sixties were a defining era for the world with it being one of the most tumultuous and divisive decades in history.
As Birmingham looked on, the city was starting to rapidly change in the post-war years with many still suffering from poverty. The city centre looks a lot different these days with New Street Station being completely rebuilt.
The car industry was key and celebrations for the millionth and two millionth minis made at Longbridge were held. There were protests about fluoride being put in tap water and people travelled from across the country to attend sports events at St Andrew’s ,Villa Park and Edgbaston Stadium.
5. 1961
F W Woolworth and Company Limited, Bull Ring Centre, Birmingham, 24/05/1961. Exterior view of the F W Woolworth & Co on Spiceal Street, prior to its redevelopment as part of the Bull Ring Shopping Centre. The caption beneath the corresponding album print reads 'Bull Ring Centre, Birmingham. East Court' | Getty Images
6. Birmingham City Council House in Victoria Square
Birmingham City Council House in Victoria Square, Birmingham, 1962. The home of Birmingham City Council, the building was designed by Yeoville Thomason and completed in 1879. (Photo by Fox Photos/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) | Getty Images
7. Waiting for the bus
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8. Bull Street in 1962 February 1962
Busy shoppers in Bull Street, Birmingham. | Getty