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40 Years Later: Remembering the Bradford City Fire

5/13/2025

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On May 11, 1985, a devastating fire at Valley Parade took the lives of 56 people during a Bradford City match, leaving hundreds injured. As the 40th anniversary approaches, the poignant documentary "Unforgotten: The Bradford City Fire" pays tribute to this tragedy. The community's enduring spirit shines through annual memorials and celebrations honoring the victims.

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On May 11, 1985, a devastating fire at Valley Parade took the lives of 56 people during a Bradford City match, leaving hundreds injured. As the 40th anniversary approaches, the poignant documentary "Unforgotten: The Bradford City Fire" pays tribute to this tragedy. The community's enduring spirit shines through annual memorials and celebrations honoring the victims.