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November 1948. Days of post-war austerity, with many goods stil being rationed. The NHS had just begun. There was civil war in Palestine and Israel came into being. The London Olympics took place at Wembley. But enough of all that! By November, Brakes were lying third in the Central Amateur League, only four points behind leaders Boldmere and with four games in hand. (Don't forget, it was two points for a win). Having already won 2-0 at the Windmill Ground, this was set to be an exciting game.

For those fans aged below about 40 who might be puzzled at those prices, Ground Admission of One shilling for adults is 5p, with boys (and presumably girls, although girls were not a common sight at football grounds in 1948) at 2.5p.

Brakes in Blue and Gold shirts and Black shorts.

In fact, in a 20-game season, Boldmere went on to finish second behind Rugby Town, while Brakes were two points behind them in third. More on the 1948-49 season in Pride in our past

Many thanks to Mike Talbot at Boldmere for this insight into yesteryear.

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