W J Gilroy

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W J Gilroy

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Football Maidenhead

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This photograph, titled "W.J. Gilroy" and hailing from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the early days of football in the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. The image showcases W.J. Gilroy, a proud and determined-looking football player, holding aloft a vintage lantern with an intricately designed handle. The lantern, a common accessory during night games in the era before floodlights, adds an authentic touch to the scene. The photograph exudes an air of nostalgia and charm, with Gilroy's football club emblem emblazoned prominently on his chest. The club's crest, featuring a majestic stag's head, speaks to the rich history and tradition of the sport during this period. Gilroy's teammates and supporters can be seen in the background, their faces etched with excitement and anticipation as they gather around the field, likely in the picturesque town of Maidenhead. The photograph's warm, sepia tones and crisp detailing bring the scene to life, allowing us to imagine the roar of the crowd and the thrill of the game. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the passion and camaraderie that has long defined the sport of football, and the enduring allure of its storied past.

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