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A crowded station platform full of Dartford supporters en route to the match between
A crowded station platform full of Dartford supporters en route to the match between Dartford FC and Derby County Football Club in the FA Cup third round.
11 January 1936
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Media ID 10988139
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
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This print captures the bustling energy of a crowded station platform in the 1930s. The platform is teeming with enthusiastic Dartford supporters, eagerly making their way to witness the highly anticipated FA Cup third-round match between Dartford FC and Derby County Football Club. The monochrome image transports us back to a bygone era, between the wars, when football was not just a sport but an integral part of people's lives. The scene is filled with anticipation and excitement as fans clad in rosettes gather together, ready to embark on this thrilling journey. The photograph showcases the true essence of European football culture during that time - passionate supporters traveling far and wide to support their beloved teams. The railway tracks serve as a symbolic pathway connecting these devoted fans from different walks of life. Despite being captured in black and white, one can almost feel the joy radiating from each supporter's face. Their happiness is palpable as they embark on this adventure alongside fellow fans who share their love for the beautiful game. John Topham skillfully immortalizes this moment in history through his lens, allowing us to glimpse into a world where football brought communities together like nothing else could. This remarkable piece of Europeana photography serves as a testament to the enduring power of sports fandom throughout generations.
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