We’ve gone through our picture archive to find just some of the best photographs from that period – of protests, events and daily life.
Take a look at these 12 pictures of Glasgow life in the 1960s.
1. Glasgow life in the 1960s
Glaswegians going home on the subway after a day's shopping in 1962. Photo: Unknown
2. Glasgow life in the 1960s
NALGO members pay protest march to the City Chambers in Glasgow. Photo: Unknown
3. Glasgow life in the 1960s
Gorbals back court between Camden Street and Florence Street. Photo: Unknown
4. Glasgow life in the 1960s
Nuclear Defence Plan - crowds gather round a shop window in Sauchiehall Street. Photo: Unknown