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Festival of Britain

John Russell looks back at a long-forgotten end of season.

October 4, 2022 in History.

Cult Heroes of Villa Park – Alan Wright

Dave Collett recalls a good thing in a small package.

September 23, 2022 in History.

The view from the North Stand

John Russell writes about modern traditions as seen from an endangered viewpoint.

September 19, 2022 in Comment, History.

Claret and blue demolition

John Russell on an endangered local landmark.

September 5, 2022 in History.

Continuous improvement

Robin Wilkes looks at what Steven Gerrad has to emulate to be successful.

August 11, 2022 in Comment, History.

A century ago

John Russell looks back over a hundred summers.

July 29, 2022 in History, John Russell.

Fully seasoned

Stacy Murphy writes about changing managers mid-season.

July 22, 2022 in Comment, History.

The first of many

John Russell tells the story of how Villa won their first trophy.

June 25, 2022 in History.

More than just the Villa

John Russell tells of a misspent youth.

June 12, 2022 in History.

Unsung heroes

Some of the lesser-known secrets of Villa’s success, remembered by John Russell.

June 9, 2022 in History, John Russell.

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