In the early ’90s, Dudley was a Black Country town in transition, as traditional manufacturing declined and closures brought job losses and uncertainty. Yet pride in the town remained strong, with voices raised through industrial action, campaigning and community spirit - a place where passion for the Black Country ran deep.
Take a look back at some of those moments captured here from the Express & Star archives, and don’t forget to share your memories in the comments.
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5. Battle of Britain parade, the Broadway, Dudley, 1990
Hundreds of ex-service personnel and cadet organisations march in tribute to mark the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Britain in September 1990, in a moving display of remembrance and military pride. | Picture: Express & Star
6. Rookery Park, Pensnett, 1990
Adeline Morgan is pictured in March 1990, during a dispute with Dudley Council in which she and her family refused to pay their poll tax bill until a 50-foot container on land at Pensnett School, Tiled House Lane, was removed. | Picture: Express & Star
7. British Steel, Round Oak Steelworks, Brierley Hill, 1990
Viscount Ullswater, Minister for Tourism, visits the Waterfront development at Merry Hill in September 1990, where he is pictured with Don and Roy Richardson during a tour of key Dudley attractions including the redeveloped shopping centre site, Dudley Zoo and Castle, and the Black Country Living Museum. | Picture: Express & Star
8. Leigh Interests, waste disposal, Netherton, 1990
Campaigners from Community Action Against Radioactive and Toxic Waste stand outside Dudley Court in February 1990, pressing for the closure of the controversial Peartree Lane incineration plant in Netherton during a long-running environmental campaign. | Picture: Express & Star