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English League XI - 1914 / 15
Football - 1914 / 1915 Inter-League Match - English Football League XI 2 Irish Football League XI 1
The England League XI team group before kick-off at The Hawthrorns, West Bromwich, on 07/10/1914.
Back (l-r): Joe W. Bache (Aston Villa), Tom Fleetwood (Everton), Charles Charlie M. Buchan (Sunderland), Hubert Pearson (West Bromwich Albion), William Billy Watson (Burnley).
Front: John Jock Simpson (Blackburn Rovers), Eddie Latheron (Blackburn Rovers), Irvine Boocock (Bradford City), Robert Bob Crompton (Blackburn Rovers), James Jimmy Harrop (Aston Villa), Sammy Brooks (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
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Media ID 10451065
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of football greetings cards. This stunning image captures the English League XI team, led by stars from clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, and Aston Villa, lining up for the Inter-League Match against the Irish Football League XI in October 1914. The vintage atmosphere of The Hawthorns, West Bromwich, is perfectly captured in this historic photograph by Colorsport / Wilkes from Colorsport Images. Perfect for football fans and history enthusiasts alike, our greetings cards make a unique and thoughtful gift for any occasion. Send a piece of history with every message!
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing the esteemed English League XI team before their clash against the Irish Football League XI in 1914. The historic match took place at The Hawthorns stadium in West Bromwich on October 7th, during the tumultuous period of World War I. The image showcases the camaraderie and determination etched on the faces of these legendary footballers. Standing tall at the back row are Joe W. Bache from Aston Villa, Tom Fleetwood representing Everton, Charles "Charlie". M. Buchan hailing from Sunderland, Hubert Pearson proudly donning his West Bromwich Albion jersey, and William "Billy". Watson representing Burnley. In front of them stands an equally formidable lineup including John "Jock". Simpson and Eddie Latheron both from Blackburn Rovers, Irvine Boocock proudly wearing Bradford City's colors, Robert "Bob". Crompton also from Blackburn Rovers fame as well as James "Jimmy". Harrop who represents Aston Villa with pride. Completing this star-studded ensemble is Sammy Brooks from Wolverhampton Wanderers. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph today, it serves as a poignant reminder of not only their sporting prowess but also their resilience during a challenging era. This snapshot encapsulates an important chapter in football history when these exceptional athletes united to showcase their skills amidst global turmoil - forever leaving an indelible mark on English football heritage.
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