Rotherham United FC

This book contains over 2OO photographs, cuttings and various items of memorabilia that illustrate the story of Rotherham United from the early years right up to the present day.

Rotherham United didn’t come into existence until1925, but prior to then Rotherham Town andRotherham County (Formerly known as Thornhill United) were competing for local supremacy.

Material from the beginning of‘ the clubs history includes a programme from 1884 (produced for Rotherham’s first~ever FA Cup tie) and early team groups, as well asnineteenth-century player registration forms and posters. More modern items include many action shots, player portraits, cartoons and programme covers.

This collection of rare memorabilia follows the United story through various ups and downs (such as that glorious day at Wembley in 1996) right up to the present day. Special attention is paid to the great characters that have been associated with the club, such as Gladstone
Guest, Dave Watson and Ronnie Moore. With detailed captions from Gerry Somerton, a Well-known local journalist, radio Broadcaster and club historian, this pictorial record will revive many fond
memories as well as giving an insight. into the distant.
past of Rotherham United Football Club.

Publisher ‏ : Tempus Publishing Limited (2000)
Paperback ‏ :‎ 128 pages
The Book is in very good condition will enhance any collection
Images of Sport  Edition