Paul Crispin Photography

Northern Ireland 1986-87

Here is a colection of photographs I took whilst serving in Belfast, N.Ireland between 1986 and 87

";Poverty is a noose that strangles humility and breeds disrespect for God and man" - American Indian Proverb, Sioux This was taken in the Divis Flats, thankfully pulled down now, one of the most deprived areas of Belfast and a breeding ground for future terrorists. This was taken as I had just finished searching a flat and was taking a break from the stench of fouled nappies and human dirt. I suddenly realised that we had no "resident" backup and heard footsteps coming up the stairs. Luckily it was a section of soldiers sent to assist. He was relived as well when I exchanged my 9mm for my trusty Nikon F1.

Paul Crispin