We have been through our archives to find some fascinating images of the city from the 1920s.
While a lot has happened over the years, these pictures show that some things have not changed at all – including the crowds on Southsea beach!
Take a trip back in time with our latest gallery.
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1. Portsmouth in the 1920s
Old Portsmouth, 'Point' - Old Brickwoods Brewery 1920 Photo: The News archive
2. Portsmouth in the 1920s
A packed Southsea beach in the 1920s, but what was the occasion? Photo: The News archive
3. Portsmouth in the 1920's
Voting stunt by Councillor Charles Brown. In November 1920 Charles Brown laid on a coach as a stunt to attract votes to the Portsmouth council. Photo: The News archive
4. Portsmouth in the 1920s
Back in June 1920, International law delegates from around the world gathered in Portsmouth for a conference. Here we see them on the Guildhall steps. Photo: The News archive