The article explores the duality of Duncan Edwards's legacy in Dudley, embodied in a statue that garners little attention despite its historic significance. Gordon Burn's book highlights the contrast between the rich footballing history surrounding Edwards and the town's industrial background, which includes significant contributions to manufacturing and engineering. With developing connections to nearby Birmingham through tram expansion, the article reflects on Dudley's evolving landscape while honoring its past, which includes the storied history of coal mining and the production of important items like anchors for ships.
In Burn's remarkable book about footballing fame and tragedy, he argues that despite the visible monument to Duncan Edwards in Dudley, few people stop to admire it.
Dudley's rich industrial history of coal mining and engineering is contrasted against its modern developments, including a new tram line connecting to Birmingham.
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