Take a trip down memory lane with stunning photos of Manchester from 1985. These images showcase the vibrant life and changes in the city over the past four decades.
Manchester: As we step into a new year, it’s wild to think about how much Manchester has changed since 1985. That year was a big deal, and the city has evolved a lot since then.
Back in 1985, Microsoft launched the first version of Windows. It was a game-changer for personal computers. Plus, the Live Aid concerts happened, raising tons of money for famine relief in Ethiopia.
In movies, classics like “The Breakfast Club” and “Back to the Future” hit the screens. But it wasn’t all good news; the Manchester Airport disaster took 55 lives, changing air travel forever.
To celebrate 40 years since then, we dug into archives to see what life was like. The photos show just how much has changed in four decades.
From lost neighborhoods to landmarks that are now gone, we’ve got 30 images from Manchester back in the day. You might even spot yourself or someone you know!
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