Munich Disaster Anniversary

Today, February 6th 2009, is the 51st anniversary of the Munich air disaster.

The crash took 23 lives, including two of Barnsley’s sons.

Tommy Taylor

16 goals in 19 games for England.

Described as being one of the best at heading a ball and phenomenal goal scorer – 29 February 1932 – 6 February 1958

Mark Jones

Mark played for Barnsley Schools Boys before signing for Manchester United – 15 June 1933 – 6 February 1958.



Rest in peace.