Publisher's Synopsis
Birmingham in the Headlines reveals the stories that made Birmingham the great city it is today. Author Bernard Bale delves into the archives of the Birmingham Post to the discover dramatic, outlandish and humorous events and characters in Birmingham's past. Find out about the devastating impact of the Blitz on the lives of local residents, the extensive redevelopment of the city in the 1950s and 1960s, Birmingham's place at the centre of Britain's car manufacturing industry, and its many famous sons. The stories are a testament to the generosity and wit of Birmingham's people.
