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| Picture No | 10219016 |
| Date | 5th April 1902 |
| Description | Disaster at the International Football Match at Ibrox Park |
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The disaster that took place at Ibrox stadium during the Scotland vs. England football international. Due to overcrowding, a large section of terracing (approximately 70ft by 15ft) collapsed underneath spectators, killing 25 and injuring many more. Casualties being removed on iron sheeting to the ambulances waiting in the distance.
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| Source | Front cover drawn by G. Amato from a sketch made on the spot by W. A Donnelly in 'The Illustrated London News', 12 April 1902, page 513 |
| Credit | © Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans |
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