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, 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 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: Young boys on Archibald Road
"Archibald Road and Lozells Road during the disturbances in 1985. The young boys are running away not knowing whether the police would charge at them." Pogus Caesar, February 2003.
Holy Trinity Church, Birchfield
The church was built in 1863 by the firm of Samuel Briggs from a design by the architect Julius ALfred Chatwin. The total cost came to £5,000! It is notable for a Rose Window commemorating the return ...
Lozells Road looking towards Newtown
"Handsworth riots 1985. All members of the community survey the scene on Lozells Rd...an eerie calmness fills the air, but an uneasy atmosphere hangs over the entire city of Birmingham." Pogus Caesar, ...
Police line on Archibald Road, Lozells Road
"Riot police had sealed off streets. Up to 300 officers arrived in the area within 90 minutes. Tensions were running high, on Lozells Road there are clothing shops, butchers, bookmakers, drapers and the ...