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Seconds after a lightning flash leaves unconscious players lying stunned in the mud
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Seconds after a lightning flash leaves unconscious players lying stunned in the mud
Seconds after a lightning flash leaves unconscious players lying stunned in the mud, spectators crowd round as Highgate Uniteds trainer Albert Bates prepares to give Tony Allden the kiss of life. Team-mates Gordon Cooper (left) and Trevor Jones call for stretchers to get their friends off the field. 25th February 1967
Staff
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21681935
© Mirrorpix
Death Died Footballer Ground Medical Pitch Rain Raining Storm Tragedy Lightning
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to a stormy day on the 25th of February 1967. The image captures the intense aftermath of a lightning strike during a football match, leaving players lying unconscious and stunned in the muddy field. Spectators anxiously gather around as Highgate United's dedicated trainer, Albert Bates, steps forward to administer life-saving aid to Tony Allden. The gravity of the situation is palpable as teammates Gordon Cooper and Trevor Jones urgently call for stretchers to safely remove their injured friends from the pitch. The rain pours down relentlessly, adding an eerie atmosphere to this tragic event. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that can arise unexpectedly in sports and how quickly lives can be altered by unforeseen circumstances. It showcases both the resilience and compassion within sports communities as they rally together in times of crisis. As we reflect on this moment frozen in time, it is important to remember those who have lost their lives pursuing their passion for football. This image encapsulates not only a devastating tragedy but also highlights the importance of safety measures within sporting events. Memory Lane Prints has once again provided us with an evocative glimpse into history through this powerful snapshot captured during one fateful afternoon in the 1960s.
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