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The Ashton Gate Eight February 1982. Bristol City players who agreed to
The Ashton Gate Eight February 1982.
Bristol City players who agreed to leave the club & walk away from lucrative long term contracts in order to prevent the club from folding.
The sacked eight players
from left to right (standing)
Geoff Merrick
Jimmy Mann
Julian Marshall
Chris Garland (seated)
Gerald Sweeney a.k.a. Gerry Sweeney
Peter Aiken
Trevor Tainton &
Dave Rodgers a.k.a. David Rodgers
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Bristol
England
Media ID 21583240
© Mirrorpix
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Relive the historic moment of The Ashton Gate Eight with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This iconic image captures the brave Bristol City football players who agreed to leave the club in February 1982, sacrificing their lucrative long-term contracts to prevent the team from folding. Our high-quality canvas prints bring the nostalgia of Memory Lane Prints to life, allowing you to proudly display this inspiring story of solidarity and commitment in your home or office.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
The Ashton Gate Eight - A Sacrifice for Survival". In this powerful print from February 1982, we witness a remarkable act of selflessness and loyalty. The image captures the Bristol City players who made the courageous decision to walk away from their lucrative long-term contracts in order to save their beloved club from folding. Standing tall on the left are Geoff Merrick, Jimmy Mann, Julian Marshall, and Chris Garland. Their determined expressions reflect the weight of their choice as they prepare to face an uncertain future. Seated beside them is Gerald Sweeney, known affectionately as Gerry Sweeney, Peter Aiken, Trevor Tainton, and Dave Rodgers. These eight individuals epitomize true dedication to a cause greater than personal gain. With hearts full of love for Bristol City Football Club and its loyal supporters, they willingly sacrificed financial security to ensure that the team could continue its legacy. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the power of unity and sacrifice in times of adversity. It immortalizes these brave men who put aside personal ambitions for the collective good. Their actions not only saved a football club but also inspired countless others with their unwavering commitment. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, let us remember The Ashton Gate Eight's extraordinary act that forever etched them into football folklore. They embody resilience and devotion—a testament to what can be achieved when passion triumphs over personal gain.
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