Aerial photography took off in Québec City in the 1930s. In Québec City, this photography was mainly produced by William Bertram Edwards’ studio. After settling in Québec City, this British-born immigrant started a family and his children assimilated into the local French-speaking majority. For 75 years, the Edwards family captured the evolution of Québec City. Come aboard with W.B. Edwards’ team to see Québec City from the air in the 1930s! Can you identify the buildings that were then a part of people’s daily life?
W. B. Edwards Inc.
This aerial shot shows the commercial boom in the Saint-Roch district in the first half of the 20th century. The tramway’s arrival in 1863 was one reason for the influx of people and commercial vitality. A number of department stores and cinemas opened thereafter, making Saint-Joseph Street a prime spot for commerce and culture.
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