These photographs are from the year 1980 and were taking all around Northern Ireland. There are 25 in total.
We were wondering if any of our readers might be able to identify those in the photographs.
Have a look through this selection and let us know, drop us a comment, or email [email protected].
In the weeks and months, we hope to bring regular Retro pictures for readers to enjoy.
17. Pictured in late July 1980 is James Harkin from Ballymena who is seen cleaning out the boiler of a 1930 Marshall steam tractor at the Ulster Steam Traction Rally at Shane’s Castle. The grand old steam engines of long ago proudly showed their paces, some after a long journey from England. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage
Pictured in late July 1980 is James Harkin from Ballymena who is seen cleaning out the boiler of a 1930 Marshall steam tractor at the Ulster Steam Traction Rally at Shane’s Castle. The grand old steam engines of long ago proudly showed their paces, some after a long journey from England. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage Photo: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage
18. Pictured in late July 1980 romping home to victory at races held at Down Royal is Court Play, ridden by C P Magnier. They cross the line ahead of Winds of Time which was ridden by I McCourt. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage
Pictured in late July 1980 romping home to victory at races held at Down Royal is Court Play, ridden by C P Magnier. They cross the line ahead of Winds of Time which was ridden by I McCourt. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage Photo: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage
19. Pictured in late July 1980 is Terry Connelly of Coleraine who is seen getting his 1934 Marshall steamed up at the Ulster Steam Traction Rally at Shane’s Castle. He is watched by his brother Dennis. The grand old steam engines of long ago proudly showed their paces, some after a long journey from England. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage
Pictured in late July 1980 is Terry Connelly of Coleraine who is seen getting his 1934 Marshall steamed up at the Ulster Steam Traction Rally at Shane’s Castle. He is watched by his brother Dennis. The grand old steam engines of long ago proudly showed their paces, some after a long journey from England. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage Photo: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage
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We were wondering if any of our readers might be able to identify those in the photographs. Photo: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage