The Aftermath
This unfortunate event will go down in history as the Bradford City Stadium fire. Fifty-six spectators lost their lives, while over 200 others were injured. The fire is known to be the worst ever in British football history.
Margaret Thatcher Prime Minister visits Bradford Fire Disaster scene with her husband Dennis. Photo by Victor Patterson/Mirrorpix/Getty Images
Of the 56 victims, the oldest was Sam Firth, 86, and was a former chairman of the club.
The entire event was recorded and was later on broadcasted in BBC, just a few minutes after.
The rest of the world soon learned about the tragedy and massive support and prayers were offered from then Pope John Paul II, Germany’s Chancellor Helmut Kohl, Felipe González, who was Prime Minister of Spain at the time.