It was a phenomenal year to be a Sunderland Echo journalist.
They got to see it all as Bob Stokoe’s team went on a fairy tale journey towards legend status.
Here are those stories once more – from the 3rd round through to that epic day at Wembley.
5. Reading awaits
Roker Park would be rocking for the visit of Reading. Fans were being urged to get there early and avoid the rush. Photo: se
6. On a roll
A massive crowd for a game Sunderland won after a dour battle with Luton. Photo: se
7. On our way
9 trains, 200 coaches and countless numbers of cars were travelling from Sunderland to Sheffield for the semi-final against Arsenal. Photo: se
8. Roker roared at Hillsborough
They shouted themselves hoarse and the Sunderland team did not let them down in the semi-final 50 years ago. Photo: se
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