They are just a snapshot of the archived pictures held at The Gazette and give an overview of some of the key events, people, the regiments, the workers who kept the country moving and sadly, the destruction from bombing in 1940.
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7. Blackpool at War
Rescue workers trying to salvage a badly-damaged house in Church Road, St Annes, October 1940 Photo: submit
9. Blackpool at War
American Forces in the Fylde marching through Clifton Street past Yates's Wine Lodge Photo: submit
11. Blackpool at War
Second World War lathes and machines going into Aked's garage, St Annes Photo: submit
12. Blackpool at War
The flags were out in Vance Road, to mark the end of the war in Europe Photo: submit
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