South Tyneside History
| Title | 1987 All American Mardi Gras |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | STH0010472 |
| Photographer | Unknown |
| Town or Village | South Shields |
| Date | 04 Jul 1987 |
| Original Format | Black and White photograph |
| Period | The 1980s |
| Copyright | South Tyneside Libraries |
| Further Information | Black and White photograph showing John Paul Matthews, alias "La Bamba Gold" childrens entertainer showing off his fire eating skills at a childrens fun day organised as part of the 1987 All American Mardi Gras celebrations. This was on 4 July 1987 to coincide with American Independence Day. |
