There was a lot happening in 1970 on Edinburgh soil, as these old black and white photos show.
That year, Auld Reekie hosted the Commonwealth Games for the very first time, and there were shocking scenes as an Eastern Scottish bus crashed into railings at the top of the Waverley Bridge.
Have a look through our picture gallery and be transported back in time – and please let us know your own memories of Edinburgh in 1970 before you go.
17. Helicopter over Portobello power station
A helicopter delivers a 15ft cooling tower to Portobello power station in December 1970. Photo: Unknown
18. Dante Lannie
Dante Lannie, of the legendary Edinburgh catering family, outside his cafe/restaurant in Marshall Street, October 1970. Photo: Jack Crombie
19. 'Shake Hands for Shelter'
Twenty-eight girls take part in a sponsored handshake for Shelter in Princes Street Edinburgh in March 1970. Photo: Hamish Campbell
20. Ken Buchanan returns from San Juan
Boxer Ken Buchanan is greeted by his wife and baby when he arrives back in Edinburgh with his Gold Cup after beating Ismael Laguna in San Juan to take the World Lightweight title in September 1970 Photo: TSPL