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13. Blackpool, 1971
Carr Head School dance lessons - Alison Swift, Christopher Harrison, Mr J Radcliffe, Susan Cross, Keith Davey, Dona Jeffs and Peter Wincott Photo: library
14. Blackpool, 1971
Blackpool v Man Utd - 1971. Jimmy Armfield leaving field at the end of the game. Manager, Bob Stokoe, at foot of corner flag Photo: submit
15. Blackpool, 1971
T.J. Hughes, alongside Redmans, Bank Hey Street. It became WH Smith Photo: submit
16. Blackpool, 1971
The Getaway Van used in the burglary at Prestons Jewellers in Blackpool in Which Supt Gerry Richardson lost his life Photo: Submit
17. Blackpool, 1971
Two of the German team rehearse at the south shore Open Air Baths Blackpool for the international version of It's A Knockout in August 1971 Photo: Submit
18. Blackpool, 1971
George Best played for Manchester United at Bloomfield Road then went to the 007 in Tower Street where he signalled the start of the party on the drums with Brian London Photo: submit