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The Crowd, Band and Police at the F. A. Cup Final, 1923
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The Crowd, Band and Police at the F. A. Cup Final, 1923
Photograph of the crowd at Wembley Stadium before the start of the 1923 F.A. Cup Final between Bolton Wanderers and West Ham United. This was the first Cup Final held at the then brand-new Wembley Stadium, which had been built in 300 days at a cost of 750, 000. Before the match began a crowd of about 100, 000 (most without a ticket) stormed through the gates and into the stadium. This meant that there was approximately 200, 000 people in a ground designed for 127, 000. The photograph shows the scene as the Band (on right) play the National Anthem and the few mounted policemen attempt to maintain order. Prominent, on his grey horse, is Constable Storey who played a large part in removing the crowd from the pitch and allowing play to start, 40 minutes late"
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Allowing Anthem Approximately Attempt Band Began Bolton Brand Constable Cost Days Final Gates Held Historica Maintain Match Meant Minutes Mounted Order Pitch Played Police Men Prominent Removing Stadium Start Storey Stormed Ticket Wanderers Wembley 1923 Designed
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This print captures the chaotic scene at Wembley Stadium before the start of the historic 1923 F.A. Cup Final between Bolton Wanderers and West Ham United. The first-ever Cup Final held at the newly built stadium, it was a momentous occasion marred by unruly crowds. Approximately 100,000 spectators (most without tickets) stormed through the gates, swelling the crowd to around 200,000 in a venue designed for just 127,000.
In this snapshot frozen in time, we see the band playing the National Anthem on one side while mounted police officers attempt to maintain order amidst the sea of people. Constable Storey stands out on his grey horse, playing a crucial role in removing fans from the pitch and allowing play to finally commence – albeit 40 minutes behind schedule.
The image is not just a glimpse into history but also an important reminder of how passion for football can sometimes lead to chaos. It serves as a testament to both the significance of this match and the challenges faced by law enforcement in managing large crowds during major sporting events. This photograph truly encapsulates an unforgettable moment from footballing history that will forever be etched in memory.
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