Handsworth Riots, 1985
Morning after the riots. Lozells road.
Handsworth Riots, Archibald Road
"There were times of stillness and calm throughout the Handsworth disturbances of 1985, then without warning an eruption of bottles and bricks, the situation was extremely tense. It seemed as though the ...
Handsworth Riots, Archibald Road corner of Lozells Road
"On this occasion I was trapped between a group of youths, the road was strewn all kinds of debris and the guy in front of me was getting ready to throw a bottle. When you're in a situation with bricks ...
Handsworth Riots, Damaged Shop on Lozells Road
"Boys inside burnt out shops. Major parts of Lozells Road were burnt and destroyed during the Handsworth disturbances. Even now when I visit Lozells Road the area is not the same as before." Pogus Caesar, ...
Handsworth Riots, Lozells Road
"Asian elders on Lozells Rd, the scene of the disturbances that have devastated the community, leaving 2 people dead, 2 unaccounted for and over 35 injured." Pogus Caesar, February 2003.
Handsworth Riots, Lozells Road
"The community was inflamed by what happened by the Villa Cross public house, police arrested a young black man after a minor traffic offence and devastating events events quickly escalated from there." ...
Handsworth Riots, Lozells Road
"During the Handsworth disturbances, members of the local community disperse as Police Officers look on." Pogus Caesar, February 2003
Handsworth Riots, Lozells Road
"Asian men reflecting on the disturbances." Pogus Caesar, February 2003.
Handsworth Riots, Lozells Road
"I felt utter despair for the elderly people of Handsworth. At the same time there were pockets of people regrouping, and riot police were sealing off many of the side streets." Pogus Caesar, February ...
Handsworth Riots, Lozells Road corner of Archibald Rd, 1985
"Police with riotshields line up on Archibald Road and Lozells Road during the Handsworth disturbances of 1985. In the background local shopkeepers board up windows as a precautionary measure." Pogus ...
Handsworth Riots, side street off Lozells Road
"A young man poses for the camera, with a police vehicle in the background. On reflection everyone admitted that the annual Handsworth Carnival, over the Saturday and Sunday was a great success. Now the ...
Handsworth Riots, Villa Road, corner of Hamstead Rd.
A lone Policeman in riotgear patrolss the corner of Lozells Road and Hamstead Road during the Handsworth disturbances. Reports claimed that up to 1500 police officers were drafted into the area.
Handsworth Riots: Burnt out cars on Finch Road
"I would turn a corner and see another burnt out car, the heat was intense, the fumes choking..as a car's flames were extinguished another one would be set alight. All centred around the Lozells Road ...
Handsworth Riots: Lozells Road
"On Lozells Road, there was a lot of confusion as the police blocked off the side streets. People were running back and forward, and in and out of alleyways, not knowing what would happen next." Pogus ...
Handsworth Riots: Petition to local police
"Journalist interviewing resident regarding submission of petition to police at Thornhill Road Police Station." Pogus Caesar, February 2003.
Handsworth Riots: Petition to Thornhill Rd Police Station
"During the Handsworth disturbances, members of the local community walk in peaceful protest to Thornhill Road Police Station, where they deliver a peaceful petition. Issues raised included police brutality, ...
Handsworth Riots: Petitioner talking to Police Officer
"People from the community were petitioning about false imprisonment and brutality and other concerns.. A man talks to a police officer after handing in a petition at Thornhill Road Police Station." Pogus ...
Handsworth Riots: Police with riotshields, Lozells Road
"Police had blocked off roads and were armed with riotshields. The crowds stood watching, now and again a brick or bottle would be thrown. It is important to remember this was not a race riot, as British, ...