Twelve dummies had been placed in the ruins of the two houses on Denison Street in July 1941, some of which had been brought out. A derrick has been built and was being swung into operation to move heavy debris. The Bedford truck has Leeds coat of arms on the door and a sticker on the windscreen. The photo is one of 12 showcasing life around the suburb during the decade. The images are published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP NEWSLETTERS: Sign up for free news and sport emails
7. Burley in the 1940s
G. Lowe engineers on Kirkstall Road near Burley Wood. Petrol tanks from W. Butterfield Ltd. of Shipley outside. Pictured in August 1946. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. Burley in the 1940s
A view looking north at number 1 Rosebank Row onto Rosebank Road. "Road stopped" sign and a workman's hut in the background. Pictured in August 1944. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. Burley in the 1940s
Looking south at the junction of St. Michael's Lane and Beechwood Crescent in August 1948. Allotments can be seen between the two roads with houses in the background. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. Burley in the 1940s
Children stood outside a derelict house on Thornton Street, the north side of Kirkstall Road, in July 1947. The house next door has been demolished. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. Burley in the 1940s
Two women waiting at a bus stop on Burley Road at the junction with St. Michaels Lane in March 1947. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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