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Memorial to the Munich Air Crash K031021
MANCHESTER UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB (Old Trafford), Sir Matt Busby Way, Manchester. View of the memorial to the Munich Air Crash
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Media ID 1097939
© Historic England
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the poignant and historical Memorial to the Munich Air Crash Framed Print by Nigel Corrie from Historic England. This evocative piece captures the Memorial located at Manchester's Old Trafford, Sir Matt Busby Way. A tribute to the eight Manchester United players and 21 other people who tragically lost their lives in the Munich Air Disaster of 1958. The framed print beautifully preserves this significant moment in sports history, making it a must-have for any Manchester United fan or history enthusiast's collection. Embrace the power of history with this moving and captivating piece.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the Memorial to the Munich Air Crash, located at Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford in Manchester, England. The memorial stands as a tribute to the 23 people who lost their lives in the tragic event that took place on February 6, 1958. The Munich Air Crash is a dark chapter in the history of Manchester United Football Club. The team, known as the "Busby Babes," was on its way back from a European Cup match in Belgrade, Yugoslavia, when the aircraft carrying them and several team officials crashed due to a snowstorm in Munich, Germany. Among the fatalities were eight players and three members of the club's coaching staff. The memorial, designed by sculptor Harry Gray, was unveiled on February 6, 1961, on the second anniversary of the disaster. It consists of a simple, elegant obelisk, surrounded by a circular paving, and features the names of those who perished in the crash. The memorial is a testament to the enduring spirit of Manchester United Football Club and its fans, who continue to remember the lives lost and the legacy of the Busby Babes. The memorial is a significant part of Manchester United's history and is a reminder of the tragic events that shaped the club and the sport of football. It is a place of pilgrimage for fans and a symbol of resilience and hope in the face of adversity. The photograph by Nigel Corrie, taken by Historic England, captures the solemn and reflective atmosphere surrounding the memorial, making it a powerful and moving image that evokes the emotions and memories of those who were touched by the Munich Air Crash.
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