Episode 2 of 3
Formation as Teachers A.F.C.
- When
- October 1879
- Where
- Sunderland
Sunderland and District Teachers A.F.C. was founded by schoolmaster James Allan in October 1879, commonly believed to be the club's origin.
The club was founded as Sunderland and District Teachers A.F.C. by schoolmaster James Allan in what has commonly been believed to be October 1879. This formation established the club's initial identity as a teachers' association in Sunderland.
Sources
- Sunderland A.F.C. Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-07
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