In the 1950s, 60s and 70s there was a lot going on, with iconic buildings such as the Tricorn being created, community events and the Queen’s Silver Jubilee celebrations in Portsmouth in 1977 when Queen Elizabeth II and and Prince Philip.
Thousands of people gathered to meet the royal couple at Southsea Common, Southsea Castle, Commercial Road, Old Portsmouth and Guildhall Square where a marching band also played.
53. Portsmouth in the 1970s
Outside the Odeon, North End, Portsmouth, during the Queen's visit for the Fleet Review in June 1977 Photo: -
54. Portsmouth in the 1970s - Silver Jubilee 1977
Costumed figures on Southsea Common - Queen Elizabeth's Silver Jubilee visit to Portsmouth in 1977 Picture: The News Portsmouth Photo: The News archive
55. Portsmouth in the 1970s
HMS Vernon in 1977. The helicopter landing pads were installed that year. Photo: -