Give my regards to Hudson Street, remember me to Scollay Square

Remember the Combat Zone?

Best quote: “The Combat Zone is a mere shadow of its self, with only 35 bookstores remaining …” Boston, circa 1983.

Remember how Hudson Street used to look?

But, soon, Hudson Street will rise again, with housing proposed for the eastern side of the street.

The more things change …

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