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Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh shakes hands with Manchester United manager Matt Busby
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Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh shakes hands with Manchester United manager Matt Busby
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh shakes hands with Manchester United manager Matt Busby at the Royal Derby between United and City at Manchesters Maine Road, when the Reds won 5-3 in a charity match in aid of underprivileged children. The winners received the Duke of Edinburgh trophy. His Royal highness is a life member of the Variety Club of Great Britain whose Manchester committee staged the game. 7th May 1964
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Manchester Evening News Archive
Mirrorpix
Manchester
England
Media ID 21860510
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In this photo print, we witness a historic moment as Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, extends his hand in a firm handshake with the legendary Manchester United manager, Matt Busby. The occasion was none other than the Royal Derby between United and City at Manchester's iconic Maine Road stadium on 7th May 1964. This charity match held great significance as it aimed to support underprivileged children, showcasing the compassionate side of both sports and royalty. As an esteemed life member of the Variety Club of Great Britain, His Royal Highness played an instrumental role in organizing this game through its Manchester committee. The atmosphere must have been electric that day as fans eagerly watched their beloved teams battle it out on the pitch. Ultimately, it was the Reds who emerged victorious with a resounding 5-3 win over their rivals. To commemorate their triumph and honor Prince Philip's involvement, they were awarded the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh trophy. This photograph not only captures a significant sporting event but also highlights Prince Philip's dedication to philanthropy and his enduring connection to football. It serves as a timeless reminder of unity between sport and royalty for noble causes during one remarkable day in history – forever etched in our memories thanks to Memory Lane Prints' impeccable preservation skills.
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