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These stunning photos show Cork in years gone by.

They capture key moments in history, such as John F Kennedy's visit in 1963, the titanic off the coast of Cork prior to sinking and the Whiddy Island Disaster in 1979, in which 50 people lost their lives.

Others capture football legend George Best playing for Cork Celtic, trams in the city and Tour de France winner Stephen Roche cycling up St Patrick's Hill.

The magnificent pictures were uploaded on Instagram by user, oldphotosofcork.

Enjoy a selection of them below and view more here: