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Eric Fred Brook blue plaque

Blue plaque

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Eric Fred Brook was a renowned English footballer known for his prolific goal-scoring ability, playing for Barnsley and Manchester City, and earning caps for England. He is remembered for holding Manchester City's highest goalscorer record (177 goals) from 1939 until 2017.

What is recorded here

This blue commemorative plaque records: Eric Fred Brook born Mexborough 1907 died Manchester 1965. One of the greatest professional footballers of his generation. Barnsley 1925-28 Manchester City 1928-39 England 1928-37. Held the record as Manchester City's highest goalscorer (177) between 1939-2017 Recorded plaque organisation: Mexborough and District Heritage Society.
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