The last 20 years have seen daily life for Birmingham change drastically - from advances in technology, to massive changes in the urban environment - we wanted to look back at how different the city really is.
Culturally, 2004 was a year that saw the birth of social media with the official launch of Facebook, with Tony Blair and the Labour Party in power.
In Birmingham, the Bullring was thriving after its 2003 revamp, and in terms of football, it was a year in which both Villa and Blues were competing with each other in the Premier League.
5. Birmingham Rep
Birmingham Repertory theatre 20 December 2004 after the play, Behzti, was cancelled, because of protests over scenes depicting sex abuse and murder in a temple. Sikh religious leaders have urged people to boycott the theatre. | AFP via Getty Images
6. Public transport
Two commuters wait as a Virgin Trains Voyager service arrives at Birmingham New Streets platform 9. 2004, United Kingdom. | Getty Images
7. Gordon Ramsay attends the Sunday Times Motor Show Live
TV Chef Gordon Ramsay at the Hyundai stand at the Sunday Times Motor Show Live, May 25, 2004 in Birmingham, England. The annual event allows motor manufacturers to showcase their latest designs to both trade and retail customers. | Getty Images
8. French Finance Minister Nicolas Sarkozy
French Finance Minister Nicolas Sarkozy gestures as he speaks 09 November 2004 at the CBI Annual Conference in Birmingham, United Kingdom. | AFP via Getty Images