It was the year that saw Gazza’s tears flow at Italia 90, Iraq invade neighbouring Kuwait and East and West Germany unify to become a single nation.
But what was happening here in Mansfield?
Let's take a look at what our photographers were capturing three decades ago to see who you can recognise and what you remember.
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13. Queen Elizabeth Boys' School
Did you take part in this sponsored walk in 1990? Photo: JPI Media
14. West Notts College
A catering and hairdressing presentation at the college 31 years ago - can you spot any familiar faces? Photo: JPI Media
15. Windmill Ridge Middle School
School concert time - can you spot yourself? Photo: JPI Media
16. King's Mill ambulancemen
Ambulancemen support night - does this bring back any memories? Photo: JPI Media
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