In the 1980s Belgium was going through a transformation period. A coalition government was formed in 1981 by the Liberals and the Social Christians. The economy of the country was in bad shape, the Belgian franc was devalued, and the increase in the money supply was brought under control by cutting public services and by ending governmental subsidies to the old industries. Things began to change in the late 1980s, the Brussels-Capital Region was established, and the Belgian industry regained its competitiveness.
These fascinating color photos give a glimpse of life in 1980s Belgium.
#44 is geweldig, toen parkeermeters nog gebruiksvriendelijk waren.
en je het ringske van een cola blikje kon gebruiken in de parkeermeter ipv 10 frank
Many if not all these pictures are from Harry Gruyaert, a well known Belgian photographer. I recommend his photobook homeland if you want more of this.
Ironically my favourite photo of his, he took in Africa.
These are super interesting, thanks for sharing!