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After Munich: How They Rebuilt United

Sixty years after the Munich air disaster, Mark Chapman delves into the archives to hear the voices of the unsung heroes who helped rebuild Manchester United after the tragedy.

On the 6th February 1958 disaster struck when a plane carrying Manchester United players crashed on take-off from Munich Airport in Germany. Eight of Matt Busby's Babes were among the 23 who died. Mark Chapman tells the story of how the side recovered in the days, weeks and months following the tragedy. He delves into the archives and hears from the unsung heroes involved in rebuilding the club.

1 hour

Last on

Mon 5 Feb 2018 21:00

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  • Mon 5 Feb 2018 21:00