But what was life back then in the Lang Toun? These images, taken from the files of the Fife Free Press, give a glimpse into the events which made the headlines.
They feature many local people whose families will still be in town seven decades on.
9. Memories of life in 1952
The view at Bowhill when Mr H.R. King, production director, Scottish Division, of the National Coal Board performed the official ceremony at the sinking of the new pit at Bowhill Colliery Photo: Fife Free Press
10. Memories of life in 1952
Former Burgh wardens, Tom B.. D. Christie and Stewart Menzies were placed fourth in the Royal Automobile Club international motor rally which concluded in Scarborough after 1800 miles Photo: Fife Free Press
11. Memories of life in 1952
North School won the local Schools League Championship, winning all ten of their games.Back row: J. Mudie, W.Morrison, J. Dunning, R. Harmison, D. Campbell, J. McGregor.Front: J. Brady, M. Hutchison, I. Manson (capt), J. Duncan and W. Shields. Photo: Fife Free Press
12. Memories of life in 1952
Fife Flyers netminder JAck ‘Stubby’ Mason received the Mirror of Merit trophy for season 1951-52.The presentation was made by Don Allison, Caledonian Cinemas publicity supervisor, and looking on in the centre is Victor Beattie, the popular match night announcer. Photo: Fife Free Press