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Face in garage window, Sale, Greater Manchester
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Face in garage window, Sale, Greater Manchester
A face peeps out through a garage window in Sale, Greater Manchester. Date: circa 1979
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1979 Advertisements Adverts Atkinson Battered Body Brook Champion Creepy Dustbin Dustbins Fence Garage Greater Manchester Mancunian Mills Peep Peeping Plastic Plug Plugs Repairs Sack Sale Scruffy Shabby Spark Wire
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a face peers curiously out from a dusty garage window in Sale, Greater Manchester, England, circa 1979. The image transports us back to the 1970s, a time of economic change and industrial decline in the region. The man's expression is one of quiet introspection, as he gazes out at the world beyond the grubby pane. The garage, with its battered metal doors and rusted plugs, is a testament to the era's DIY ethos and the resilience of the working-class men who kept their vehicles in good repair. The scene is set against the backdrop of Atkinson Road, a quiet, unassuming street lined with terraced houses and fences adorned with wire. The window frame is framed by the plastic bags and sacks that hang from the fence, adding to the shabby, scruffy atmosphere. In the distance, the chimneys of the old mills and factories can be seen, a reminder of the area's industrial past. The image is eerily quiet, with only the occasional sound of traffic on the nearby M60 motorway to break the stillness. The photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, a time when life moved at a slower pace, and people took pride in their homes and possessions. The face in the window is a snapshot of history, a moment frozen in time that invites us to reflect on the past and the people who lived through it. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of Sale and Greater Manchester, a region that continues to shape the lives of its residents and inspire new generations. The image is a must-have for anyone interested in the social history of the North of England and the 1970s.
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