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munich58.co.ukIn memory of those who died in the munich air crash in February 1958 |
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munich58.co.ukIn memory of those who died in the munich air crash in February 1958 |
On 6th February 1958 the airliner carrying players and backroom staff of Manchester United, plus a number of journalists and supporters, crashed in a blizzard on its third attempt to take off from Munich airport. United were returning from Belgrade where they had just beaten Red Star Belgrade in the European Cup and had stopped off at Munich for re-fuelling. Twenty-three of the forty-four passengers on board the aircraft lost their lives.
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The Official Remembrance Ceremony - 6 Feb 2008 |
50th Anniversary *This section is constantly being updated*How was the 50th anniversary commemorated? More details can be found in the special 50th anniversary section.About Munich58.co.ukBuilt by 2 Manchester-based Manchester United fans, Munich58 was created to provide an on-line memorial to those who died at Munich, as well as to educate the new breed of United fans about the history of the club. If you know anyone who might be interested in this site, please send them a link to our site. Are you visiting Munich?Supporter Jason Clarke has kindly provided directions and a map to both memorials - see the Memorials page. GravesI have had a number of requests for information regarding the whereabouts of the victims' graves. Therefore the site now includes a graves section. Duncan EdwardsAlthough eight players died in the crash, one name stands out above all the others - Duncan Edwards. For more information about the United legend, please visit our Duncan Edwards Tribute site. ThanksThanks to all those who have supported this site by providing content, links or publicity. For a full list click here. If I have missed anyone off please accept our apologies and let us know. |