The fifties was a decade that was mainly focused on the recovery from World War Two with Birmingham being far from an attractive place as slum housing conditions were visible across the city.
It was a decade that saw the true birth of rock and roll with figures such as Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry and Buddy Holly becoming recognisable with the dawn of the Cold War and the crowning of Queen Elizabeth II.
Here are sixteen old photographs capturing Birmingham life in the 1950s.
1. Temple Row and Bull Street, Birmingham. 1950. With Rackham's
2. Lewis's Department Store Birmingham Rooftop 1950s
The store also boasted a roof garden, a hidden oasis above the bustling streets. Families would ascend to this rooftop. The view of Birmingham from that vantage point was nothing short of magical. | Lewis's Department Store Birmingham - facebook
3. Lewis's department store 1950s
Founded by the 19th-century philanthropist and innovator David Lewis, it is now regarded as one of the forerunners of the modern department store. | Lewis's Department Store Birmingham - facebook
4. Edgbaston Cricket Ground in 1950
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