One of Bolton's oldest photographs, taken in September, 1862, showing huge crowds at the unveiling of the statue of Samuel Crompton.
The fine figure in a top hat at the front is a policeman.
One of Bolton's oldest photographs, taken in September, 1862, showing huge crowds at the unveiling of the statue of Samuel Crompton.
The fine figure in a top hat at the front is a policeman.
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