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Birmingham City team training at St Andrews but conditions were so bad they moved indoors
Birmingham City team training at St Andrews but conditions were so bad they moved indoors. On the run right to left are: Malcolm page, Mick Darrell, David Robinson and John Sleeuwenhoek. 1st January 1969
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21664723
© Mirrorpix
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step into the past with this exclusive photograph from the Media Storehouse archive, featuring the Birmingham City team braving the elements at St Andrews. In this captivating image from Memory Lane Prints, you can see Malcolm Page, Mick Darrell, David Robinson, and John Sleeuwenhoek in action, as they train through the miserable conditions that forced them to move indoors. This evocative print is not just a piece of sports memorabilia, but a window into history, bringing you closer to the grit and determination of these legendary players. Add this unique piece to your collection and let the story unfold.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.4cm (10" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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
In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the bitter cold winter of 1969. The image captures the Birmingham City football team diligently training at St Andrews, but Mother Nature had other plans that day. The conditions were so treacherous with snow-covered grounds and bone-chilling temperatures that the team was forced to seek shelter indoors. As we observe the scene, our eyes are drawn to four determined figures on a run from right to left. Malcolm Page, Mick Darrell, David Robinson, and John Sleeuwenhoek showcase their unwavering dedication as they push through adversity in pursuit of athletic excellence. Their breaths visible in the crisp air serve as a testament to both their physical exertion and the biting cold surrounding them. This snapshot encapsulates not only a moment frozen in time but also represents an era when footballers braved harsh weather conditions without complaint or hesitation. It serves as a reminder of how far sports training has come since then – with state-of-the-art facilities now commonplace for professional athletes. Mirrorpix's expertly preserved photograph transports us back five decades ago when resilience triumphed over inclement weather during those bitterly cold seasons. This remarkable piece is not just about football; it symbolizes determination, teamwork, and passion for one's craft against all odds - qualities that continue to inspire us today.
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