IN THAT NUMBER 9: ALAN GORDON
Alan Gordon was a rare treat for spectators in the period between 1961 and 1976 as he played with elegance and intelligence whilst still being strong enough to play in that era.
A TRIP TO POST-WAR CZECHOSLOVAKIA
In the summer of 1946, Hibernian embarked on a trip to Czechoslovakia, becoming the first Scottish team to tour Europe after the Second World War. Trust Curator Tom Wright documents the team’s successful visit as part of preparations for the upcoming season.
THE 2017 HIBERNIAN HALL OF FAME DINNER
On Friday 24th February at The George Hotel, five people will be inducted into the Hibernian Hall of Fame to celebrate their historic careers and achievements.
THE EDINBURGH SELECT
Tom Wright profiles the Edinburgh Select games that took place regularly at both Easter Road and Tynecastle in the 1940s through to the 1960s.
JAMES MAIN: 1886 - 1909
Tom Wright details the story of James Main, who sadly received a mortal injury playing away to Partick Thistle on Christmas Day in 1909, passing away a short couple of days later.
NEXT FOOTBALL MEMORIES MEETING DATE CONFIRMED
As the first Monday of next month coincides with the immediate New Year period, the Hibernian Historical Trust can confirm that the next Football Memories meeting at Easter Road Stadium will be on Monday 9th January 2017, at the usual time of 11:00 - 12:30.
NEW WEBSITE LAUNCHED
We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website.
THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMEN'S INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL MATCH
Trust Curator Tom Wright details the events of the first ever women's international football match, the occasion played between Scotland and England at Easter Road.
IN THAT NUMBER 11: MICHAEL O'NEILL
The Northern Ireland international dazzled Easter Road with his fleeting feet and imperious displays on the wing for three years.
THE UNOFFICIAL FLOODLIT LEAGUE
Tom Wright documents the attempt made by Harry Swan and representatives from several other clubs to form a Floodlit Football League during the mid 1950s.