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Aston Villa - History of the Beautiful Name
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Aston Villa - History of the Beautiful Name
This is a captivating pictorial history map that traces the history of the famous name through rare antique maps and images back to 1820 where one such map shows the building " Aston Villa" from which the great clubs name was taken. Also featured is part of a rare 1833 map showing the first " street" to be cut through the Manor of Aston - named Villa Street after the imposing landmark Georgian Villa - Aston Villa - located on the junction of Heathfield Road and Lozells Road. Another feature shows the arrival of the Wesleyans and the building of their chapel in 1865, in 1872 young fellows of the chapel form a cricket team. Keen enough on their cricket in the Summer months, they establish Aston Villa Football Club in 1874 to play the new game of Association Football so they could be together in the Winter months
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This pictorial history map takes us on a journey back in time to uncover the origins of the famous name, Aston Villa. Dating all the way back to 1820, one can find a rare antique map showcasing the iconic building known as "Aston Villa" which served as inspiration for the club's name. The map also features a glimpse into another significant moment in Aston Villa's history - the cutting of the first street through Manor of Aston in 1833. This street was aptly named Villa Street after an imposing Georgian Villa located at Heathfield Road and Lozells Road junction. Furthermore, this historical print sheds light on how cricket played a pivotal role in shaping Aston Villa Football Club. In 1865, Wesleyans arrived and built their chapel, leading to young fellows forming a cricket team seven years later. Their passion for sports extended beyond just summer months, prompting them to establish Aston Villa Football Club in 1874 specifically for playing Association Football during winter. This print not only showcases rare antique maps but also unravels fascinating stories that intertwine with the birth and growth of one of England's most renowned football clubs - Aston Villa. It serves as a reminder that behind every great name lies an intricate tapestry of history waiting to be explored and celebrated.
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