Tag Archives: White City

The School Year (1950s and 1960s): On little or no money

Posted on January 13, 2021 by LBHF Libraries

The post war and baby boomer years were pretty tough for many Shepherds Bush families. Money was tight and younger children would often wear hand-me-down clothes. Sometimes both parents worked, or the father would have to do extra work. Neighbours … Continue reading →

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My memories of the White City Stadium

Posted on September 21, 2017 by LBHF Libraries

In a previous article I wrote about my family traditions of organising street parties in Shepherds Bush. And in another article I wrote about the 1908 Olympic Games that were held at the White City Stadium. One of my earliest … Continue reading →

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Looking back at the Olympic Games

Posted on August 31, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

We’ve just been celebrating Great Britain’s success at the Olympics, but do you know where the 1908 games were held? Closer than you think…! Continue reading →

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