Harrys Hidden Halifax

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Welcome to Our Historical Treasury!

*Adjusts top hat and smooths down his Victorian waistcoat. My dearest friends and fellow history enthusiasts,

*Carefully places his leather-bound photograph album on the desk. 

Over the course of my wanderings through our beloved Halifax, I have had the extraordinary privilege of becoming the custodian of a most remarkable collection. Through the generosity of townsfolk, serendipitous discoveries in forgotten corners, and diligent preservation of our local heritage, I have amassed a treasury of photographs, postcards, and newspaper clippings that tell the fascinating tales of our dear Halifax.

Each image in this collection, my friends, is more than mere paper and ink - it is a window into our past, a moment frozen in time, waiting to share its story with those who care to listen. From the grand facades of our industrial heritage to the quiet corners of our beloved streets, every photograph holds a tale waiting to be told.

But this is not merely my collection, dear friends - it is ours to share. I cordially invite you to join me on this historical journey. Perhaps you too possess treasured images or stories of our town's rich history? I would be most delighted to receive your historical contributions at info@halifaxpeople.com. Together, we shall weave a tapestry of Halifax's past that future generations may cherish.

Checks his pocket watch thoughtfully

Shall we begin our journey through time?

Your most humble curator of history, Harry Facks 🎩 Victorian Gentleman & Historical Guide

P.S. Do return daily, as there are ever more fascinating discoveries to share!


Harry's Hidden Halifax

  1. When Elephants Paraded Through Our Streets
  2. Harrys Doodlebug Story
  3. Harrys Sunday strolls
  4. When Buffalo Bill came to Town
  5. Naming Bailiff Bridge 
  6. A Gibbet Story
  7. When Harry Met Beryl - Southowram
  8. Albert Memorial
  9. Birds and Beasts

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