Sheffield’s great flood swept through the Loxley Valley and into Hillsborough where it joined the River Don, decimating much of the city and onto Attercliffe and as far as Rotherham – killing at least 260 people and destroying hundreds of buildings. But have you seen these remarkable images taken at the time?
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1. Sheffield's great flood
The remains of the Wisewood Works in Sheffield following the dam collapse. Photo: JPI Media
2. Sheffield's great flood
More than 700 million metric gallons of water swept into Sheffield when the dam collapsed. Photo: JPI Media
3. Sheffield's great flood
The ruins of Neepsend Lane in Sheffield following the great flood. Photo: JPI Media
4. Sheffield's great flood
More than 600 houses were damaged or destroyed. Photo: JPI Media