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Prince Philip shakes hands with the Aston Villa team May 1957 before the Aston
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Prince Philip shakes hands with the Aston Villa team May 1957 before the Aston
Prince Philip shakes hands with the Aston Villa team May 1957
before the Aston Villa v Manchester United FA Cup Final 1957 at Wembley
S Martin
mirrorpix
Wembley
Greater London
England
WA*1254066
Media ID 21458517
© Mirrorpix
1957 Aston Villa Core90 F A Cup Final Finals Manchester United Wembley Stadium Competitions
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In this print captured by S Martin, we are transported back to the vibrant atmosphere of May 1957 at Wembley Stadium. The image showcases a remarkable moment as Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, extends his hand in a gesture of sportsmanship towards the Aston Villa team. This historic encounter took place just moments before the highly anticipated FA Cup Final between Aston Villa and Manchester United. The photograph encapsulates the essence of 1950s football with its raw energy and intense competition. The players stand tall and proud beside their royal guest, ready to battle it out on the hallowed turf. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, one can almost feel the anticipation building among both teams' supporters. Wembley Stadium serves as an iconic backdrop for this memorable occasion; its grandeur adding to the significance of such an eventful day. The stadium's history is palpable within these frames – witness to countless thrilling matches that have unfolded over decades. S Martin's expertly captured image not only immortalizes a significant moment in sporting history but also offers us a glimpse into a bygone era filled with passion for football. It reminds us that even amidst royal engagements and formalities, sport has always had an unparalleled ability to unite people from all walks of life. This stunning print from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to a time when legends were made on muddy pitches under grey English skies – forever etching itself into our collective memory as an emblematic representation of British
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