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5 interesting facts about Birmingham

5 interesting facts about Birmingham

By Visit Birmingham on Nov. 09, 2023

Birmingham is an old city with a unique history. It was built on the back of industry – industry that can still be seen in the bricks and mortar of the city today. While its history may be sooty, it has evolved into a modern, green city with a thousand interesting things to find around every…

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How a black female battalion delivered hope to all Europe from Birmingham during WWII

How a black female battalion delivered hope to all Europe from Birmingham during WWII

By Visit Birmingham on Oct. 19, 2021

Written by David F Villar. October is the time of the year where we celebrate Black History Month. Through this period, we get the chance to hear and learn many different stories. Also, it is a fantastic opportunity to know and pay our respects to the men and women behind those stories. In this…

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