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The 1973 Halifax Dukes - although the first choice 1-7 would only ride together on 4 occasions. Back row L-R: Andrew, team manager Boothroyd, Monk, Sharpe, Hansen. Front row L-R: Hiftle, Boocock on bike, Titman.
The Dukes who started the season against Coatbridge, with John Jackson (furthest left) filling in for Bill Andrew.
New-Zealander Bill Andrew was signed for 1973.
John Jackson was signed for the bottom end of the team for 1973.
Per Hansen from Norway - returning to the UK after a badly broken leg in 1972.
Skipper Eric Boocock hits the front against Cradley.
Charlie Monk takes on Eric Broadbelt of Belle Vue at Hyde Road, 1973.
New Duke for 1973 - Australian veteran Charlie Monk.
Bill Andrew gets ready for action.
John Titman receives some last minute advice from Bill Andrew.
Bernie Persson of Cradley leads Eric Boocock (B) and John Titman (Y/B) in the second half, May 1973.
Eric Boocock discusses things with Oxford's John Dews.
The 1973 Dews Trophy line-up.
Hiftle, Boocock and Andrew with Reg Fearman.
A promising first season in 1973 for Dave Gatenby.
Eric Boocock attending to mechanical issues.
Norwegian Jan Gravningen - his stint as a Duke was short-lived.
Bill Andrew ready for action at Wimbledon.
John Jackson in the Wimbledon pits.
Andrew receives attention after his Plough Lane tumble, May 1973.
Eric Boocock leaves the tapes alongside Bert Harkins of Wimbledon.
Golden Helmet holder during 1973 - Eric Boocock after taking the Helmet from Barry Thomas.
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