FA Cup winners - Sheffield Wednesday, 1896
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FA Cup winners - Sheffield Wednesday, 1896
FA Cup winners in 1896, Sheffield Wednesday Association Cup Winners Players Cigarettes card set, c. 1930. Date: 1896
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1896 Association Football Players Sheffield Soccer Teams Wednesday Winners Winning
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This photograph captures the jubilant Sheffield Wednesday team, proudly holding aloft the FA Cup after their historic victory in 1896. The FA Cup, the oldest domestic football competition in the world, is considered the most prestigious prize in English football. Sheffield Wednesday's triumph marked their first and only FA Cup win to date, making this moment a significant milestone in the club's rich history. The image is taken from a rare and intriguing set of Association Football Players Cigarette Cards, produced around 1930. These collectible cards, which featured famous footballers of the time, were often included as free gifts with packs of cigarettes. The cards provided a unique way for fans to connect with their heroes, and this particular set offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the players who made history for Sheffield Wednesday over a decade prior. The team, dressed in their iconic blue and white striped shirts, are shown standing in a semi-circle, with their captain, Arthur Brown, holding the FA Cup aloft in the center. The victorious goalkeeper, Teddy Brown, stands to his right, while the team's top scorer, Billy Bassett, is positioned to the left. The other players, all with determined expressions, proudly display their FA Cup medals, their achievements immortalized in this timeless photograph. The 1890s were a pivotal period in the development of football in England, and Sheffield Wednesday's FA Cup triumph is a testament to the passion, skill, and dedication of the players and fans of the time. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring allure of the beautiful game and the indelible impact of its storied history.
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