As the 20th century dawned, the city stood as a vibrant testament to a golden age of industry and ambition.
The port bustled with life and as the industrial revolution surged, the city also became a center for shipbuilding, railways, and manufacturing, setting the stage for its continued growth and development. These photos focus on the heart of the city, from streets to buildings you will still recognise.
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19th June 1934: A bustling city street in Liverpool. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images) | Getty Images
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Church Street in Liverpool, circa 1903. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) | Getty Images
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Lord Street in Liverpool, circa 1903. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) | Getty Images
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Liverpool Docks on the River Mersey, circa 1930. From left to right, the Royal Liver Building, the Cunard Building and the Port of Liverpool Building. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images) | Getty Images