"The current parcel of clay was pillaged by Henry V, then reindustrialised as London's Larder, bombed into dust by the Luftwaffe as Target Area G, and more recently recast as fertile soil for London's glass and steel tower boom."
"As of Friday morning Millwall and Lewisham council have signed the club's transformative new 999-year lease on the land beneath its feet."
"It is a massive day in the history of Millwall FC, and more widely in the violent cultural push-pull of London."
"The lease puts an end to a 10-year cycle of acrimony. It also marks the start of something for Millwall FC."
Millwall FC has secured a 999-year lease on its land, marking a significant moment in the club's history and the local community. The lease was signed by key figures, including the managing director and the mayor of Lewisham, during a ceremonial event. This agreement concludes a decade of disputes and symbolizes a new beginning for the club, which has faced various historical challenges. The land has a rich history, having been shaped by significant events and developments over the centuries.
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