Changing views
Track the changes to our seaside and compare the past and present with postcards from the past.
Power from the waves
If we don't want nuclear and can't have oil, will the resources of the coast keep us plugged in?
Safe from harm
From castles to pillboxes, evidence is all around of the coast's role in the line of defence.
The coast under attack
Related programme
Comparing old and more recent photographs to see how has the coast has changed around Glasgow
Shipbuilding became important, and shipyards occupied much of the riverbanks. By the late 1930’s the heavy industry based in the area (especially steel making, shipbuilding and coal) declined dramatically resulting in high unemployment and a reduction in population. Docks and quays were abandoned as the coastal trade from the port declined and many of the docks were in filled. More recently, the port is virtually closed and land along the banks has been revitalised and put to other uses.
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Content last updated: 18/08/2005
