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Bantam4ever · May 12, 2019

Good to see so many people in Bradford yesterday, I supposed it helped being Saturday, Bradford will never forget those 56 souls, I Thank God that me and my family were some of the lucky ones to get out of the stand reasonably unscathed , but there's never a game at VP that goes by, when I don't think about those poor people that just went to watch a football match, and never came home REST IN PEACE!

Hulmebantam · May 11, 2019

RIP and never forgotten.

Foghornleghorn · May 11, 2019

No matter we're I go, home or away the 56 go with me in heart and spirit.
They will always be part of me for ever.
Today especially reflection is strong.
R.I.P 56

Park bantam · May 11, 2019

Unable to be in Bradford today but my heart and soul will be there remembering not only the 56 but all those who risked their lives to help
RIP

Mighty Bantam · May 11, 2019

Saw Scannell and Reeves didn't see Wright , most of contracted players seemed to be present plus a couple of the released one's Clarke and Wilson

Keefly Bantam · May 11, 2019

That game was the only game I missed home and away that season.

I was at a football tournament in London. Was in the team minbus when I heard reports on the radio of a fire at Bradford City. Found a TV and saw the pictures. I was in tears the rest of the day and as an 18 year old that wasn't the done thing.

I always stood in the paddock. Loved in in there.

Every time I look over to the stand I always look to the area where it started and think how lucky I was not to be there that day.

God rest their souls.

RIP.

Tony Wilkinson · May 11, 2019

Aleman said: ↑

I'm going to say something that might be contentious and I apologise if it upsets anyone but I feel it has to be said as I feel I am not alone.

I was at the fire and the 56th minute applause upsets me. Negligence on the part of various parties caused the fire that killed 56 people, physically injured over 300 and emotionally scarred thousands. For my part, I forgive them all. It was a horrible accident. I had no physical injuries but it caused me great emotional turmoil which can still bring me to tears at times.

When we come together for remembrance, we open up our own old wounds to pay our respects to those who suffered more and their loved ones. It hurts but it is the right thing to do to remember the fallen and offer support for the survivors amongst us who still suffer. My problem is that I don't think the events of that day are something that should be applauded. Although there were tales of great bravery from fans, those connected to the club, and the emergency services, remembrance is overwhelmed by remembering the things we choose not to remember most of the time because of the pain they bring. I can't bring myself to applaud these.

Standing in silence and holding scarves up would seem a more appropriate gesture, or something similar. However, I don't advocate that either. The big problem is the game continues and some people continue to cheer or boo the incidents happening on the pitch, which is understandable yet disrespectful at the same time. What happens when there's a penalty appeal or goal? It undermines the show of respect. What good is a show of respect if it is overcome when a keeper makes a great save or, worse, a dangerous tackle? I think doing anything at 56 minutes, or any other point during the game, is misguided.

I know we all grieve and deal with trauma differently. Some that were there on that fateful day might be happy with the 56th minute applause but I know from previous posts on the topic that there are some find it upsetting like me. We have a minute's silence before the last home game of the season. We have a service at the cathedral. We have a service at the memorial. These allow people to share their pain and support each other. We did not have a 56th minute applause for 30 years. Why have we started? I don't like it. It upsets me. It can lead to many people disrespecting it if something happens in the game. I just do not think it is appropriate and I respectfully ask that people stop doing it.

Again, I humbly and sincerely apologise if this upsets anyone but I felt the urge to speak out about it. I speak for myself but I feel there will be some who suffered more than me who agree but feel too pained to speak out about it.

RIP 56 souls. My thoughts are also with the physically and emotionally injured fans that survived; the emergency services,those connected to the club, neighbouring residents and members of the public that helped to deal with the terrible aftermath; and the friends and families of all the aforesaid who also suffered along with them. Some have passed on since . Some continue to suffer. You are not alone. We remember. It brings me to tears again, as I remember.
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I can see where you are coming from friend, you did right to get it off your chest.......

Onside · May 11, 2019

Aleman said: ↑

I'm going to say something that might be contentious and I apologise if it upsets anyone but I feel it has to be said as I feel I am not alone.

I was at the fire and the 56th minute applause upsets me. Negligence on the part of various parties caused the fire that killed 56 people, physically injured over 300 and emotionally scarred thousands. For my part, I forgive them all. It was a horrible accident. I had no physical injuries but it caused me great emotional turmoil which can still bring me to tears at times.

When we come together for remembrance, we open up our own old wounds to pay our respects to those who suffered more and their loved ones. It hurts but it is the right thing to do to remember the fallen and offer support for the survivors amongst us who still suffer. My problem is that I don't think the events of that day are something that should be applauded. Although there were tales of great bravery from fans, those connected to the club, and the emergency services, remembrance is overwhelmed by remembering the things we choose not to remember most of the time because of the pain they bring. I can't bring myself to applaud these.

Standing in silence and holding scarves up would seem a more appropriate gesture, or something similar. However, I don't advocate that either. The big problem is the game continues and some people continue to cheer or boo the incidents happening on the pitch, which is understandable yet disrespectful at the same time. What happens when there's a penalty appeal or goal? It undermines the show of respect. What good is a show of respect if it is overcome when a keeper makes a great save or, worse, a dangerous tackle? I think doing anything at 56 minutes, or any other point during the game, is misguided.

I know we all grieve and deal with trauma differently. Some that were there on that fateful day might be happy with the 56th minute applause but I know from previous posts on the topic that there are some find it upsetting like me. We have a minute's silence before the last home game of the season. We have a service at the cathedral. We have a service at the memorial. These allow people to share their pain and support each other. We did not have a 56th minute applause for 30 years. Why have we started? I don't like it. It upsets me. It can lead to many people disrespecting it if something happens in the game. I just do not think it is appropriate and I respectfully ask that people stop doing it.

Again, I humbly and sincerely apologise if this upsets anyone but I felt the urge to speak out about it. I speak for myself but I feel there will be some who suffered more than me who agree but feel too pained to speak out about it.

RIP 56 souls. My thoughts are also with the physically and emotionally injured fans that survived; the emergency services,those connected to the club, neighbouring residents and members of the public that helped to deal with the terrible aftermath; and the friends and families of all the aforesaid who also suffered along with them. Some have passed on since . Some continue to suffer. You are not alone. We remember. It brings me to tears again, as I remember.
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I agree.

Fordy117 · May 11, 2019

Rip 56.

Never forgotten and true legends within Bradford City fans hearts.

Botswana Bantam · May 11, 2019

Thank you to those of you who went to represent those of us who were too far away to go or couldn't make it.

We were with you in our thoughts.

Bronco · May 11, 2019

Aleman said: ↑

I'm going to say something that might be contentious and I apologise if it upsets anyone but I feel it has to be said as I feel I am not alone.

I was at the fire and the 56th minute applause upsets me. Negligence on the part of various parties caused the fire that killed 56 people, physically injured over 300 and emotionally scarred thousands. For my part, I forgive them all. It was a horrible accident. I had no physical injuries but it caused me great emotional turmoil which can still bring me to tears at times.

When we come together for remembrance, we open up our own old wounds to pay our respects to those who suffered more and their loved ones. It hurts but it is the right thing to do to remember the fallen and offer support for the survivors amongst us who still suffer. My problem is that I don't think the events of that day are something that should be applauded. Although there were tales of great bravery from fans, those connected to the club, and the emergency services, remembrance is overwhelmed by remembering the things we choose not to remember most of the time because of the pain they bring. I can't bring myself to applaud these.

Standing in silence and holding scarves up would seem a more appropriate gesture, or something similar. However, I don't advocate that either. The big problem is the game continues and some people continue to cheer or boo the incidents happening on the pitch, which is understandable yet disrespectful at the same time. What happens when there's a penalty appeal or goal? It undermines the show of respect. What good is a show of respect if it is overcome when a keeper makes a great save or, worse, a dangerous tackle? I think doing anything at 56 minutes, or any other point during the game, is misguided.

I know we all grieve and deal with trauma differently. Some that were there on that fateful day might be happy with the 56th minute applause but I know from previous posts on the topic that there are some find it upsetting like me. We have a minute's silence before the last home game of the season. We have a service at the cathedral. We have a service at the memorial. These allow people to share their pain and support each other. We did not have a 56th minute applause for 30 years. Why have we started? I don't like it. It upsets me. It can lead to many people disrespecting it if something happens in the game. I just do not think it is appropriate and I respectfully ask that people stop doing it.

Again, I humbly and sincerely apologise if this upsets anyone but I felt the urge to speak out about it. I speak for myself but I feel there will be some who suffered more than me who agree but feel too pained to speak out about it.

RIP 56 souls. My thoughts are also with the physically and emotionally injured fans that survived; the emergency services,those connected to the club, neighbouring residents and members of the public that helped to deal with the terrible aftermath; and the friends and families of all the aforesaid who also suffered along with them. Some have passed on since . Some continue to suffer. You are not alone. We remember. It brings me to tears again, as I remember.
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I can't remember the 56 minute applause before, up until this season we have our minutes silence before the game and paid our respects, I'm with you I was taken a little aback when the applause started on the 56 minute.
It took a while for fans around to understand what the was happening, the majority then realising stood and applauded, I have to say I did neither, I'd paid my respects pre-match, and today's service at the Memorial Statue in town, we all see things differently.

Tony Wilkinson · May 11, 2019

ANNIEROAD said: ↑

Remember it like it was yesterday

Peace and love from the red side of the Mersey

YNWA xx
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Back to you ANNIEROAD

trevor · May 11, 2019

It is not what I remember of that day, It is what I will never forget, R.I.P

QCFC BANTAM · May 11, 2019

Bronco said: ↑

I can't remember the 56 minute applause before, up until this season we have our minutes silence before the game and paid our respects, I'm with you I was taken a little aback when the applause started on the 56 minute.
It took a while for fans around to understand what the was happening, the majority then realising stood and applauded, I have to say I did neither, I'd paid my respects pre-match, and today's service at the Memorial Statue in town, we all see things differently.
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Think the only other time Bronco was Capital Cup final, that I can remember.

Bantam Blade · May 12, 2019

Bronco said: ↑

Can you enlighten us mate not seen anything, a link ?.
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It was on the net. It was in regards to both clubs playing a match to raise money for the victims.

Bronco · May 12, 2019

Bantam Blade said: ↑

It was on the net. It was in regards to both clubs playing a match to raise money for the victims.
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Chelsea also gave a cheque to the Bradford Burns Unit when we beat them at their place.

Bantam Blade · May 12, 2019

Bronco said: ↑

Chelsea also gave a cheque to the Bradford Burns Unit when we beat them at their place.
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Always liked both clubs. And this was before reading this.

bantam2708 · May 12, 2019

Mighty Bantam said: ↑

Saw Scannell and Reeves didn't see Wright , most of contracted players seemed to be present plus a couple of the released one's Clarke and Wilson
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LOB was there too. And yes, Wright wasn't, already pissed off on his holidays to Florida.

Kilkenny Bantam · May 11, 2019

RIP

Bronco · May 11, 2019

Tony Wilkinson said: ↑

Back to you ANNIEROAD

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You know your Hollies mate .

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