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Female football player, Edna Neillis, leads a protest march through Glasgow protesting
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Female football player, Edna Neillis, leads a protest march through Glasgow protesting
Female football player, Edna Neillis, leads a protest march through Glasgow protesting against her Sine Die ban from football, which she received for talking to the Sunday People. The ban prevents her from representing her country. 1st February 1975
Randolph Caughie
The People
Mirrorpix
Glasgow
Scotland
P75 91
Media ID 21926624
© Mirrorpix
Banned Demo Demonstrating Female Glasgow Protest Protesting Scotland Scottish Womens 1975
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In this powerful photo print, we witness the indomitable spirit of Edna Neillis, a female football player who fearlessly leads a protest march through the streets of Glasgow. The year is 1975, and Edna finds herself at the center of controversy as she fights against her unjust Sine Die ban from football. This ban was imposed upon her for daring to speak with the Sunday People, an act that has now prevented her from representing her beloved country. With determination etched on her face, Edna becomes a symbol of resilience and defiance in the face of adversity. She stands tall amidst a sea of fellow protesters, both men and women alike united in their support for equal opportunities within sports. Their voices echo through the city streets as they demand justice for Edna and all women athletes who have been denied their rightful place on the field. This photograph captures not only a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to the power of collective action. It reminds us that progress often comes at great personal cost but is worth fighting for nonetheless. As we look back on this pivotal moment in Scottish history, let us remember Edna Neillis as an inspiration to future generations – an emblematic figure whose unwavering dedication paved the way towards gender equality in sports.
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