An account of the 1997 Grand National, which was delayed due to an IRA bomb scare. The authors reveal the behind-the-scenes efforts to evacuate a 60,000-strong crowd; ensure the safety of the politicians and royalty present; how Liverpool accommodated the thousands left stranded; and the drama of the following day and the eventual running of the race. The book also tells the story of the stable lads who refused to leave the course and the tears of the trainers forced to abandon their horses.
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An account of the 1997 Grand National, which was delayed due to an IRA bomb scare. The authors reveal the behind-the-scenes efforts to evacuate a 60,000-strong crowd; ensure the safety of the politicians and royalty present; how Liverpool accommodated the thousands left stranded; and the drama of the following day and the eventual running of the race. The book also tells the story of the stable lads who refused to leave the course and the tears of the trainers forced to abandon their horses.
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Very Good. 1998. Hardcover. Fine in fine dust wrapper. DW and page edges showng light shelf wear, remains a fine copy. Keywords: Northern Ireland.....We ship daily from our Bookshop.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover.
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