Trams, as well as a form of transport were also a point of civic pride for a lot of Local Councils, and West Ham Corporation was no exception.

The tram would also be used to celebrate major events, and before the open top bus ride which we see now days when the local football team has a major success, an open top tram would be used.

Actor, Billy Murray was born in Forest Gate in 1941 and grew up Upton Park, where his mum still lives. He went to St Edwards Primary and St. Bonaventures Secondary school.

West Ham FA Cup 1964. 

Although not a football fan, like all of West Ham I got fired up over the 1964 FA Cup Final, remembering the last time West Ham got there was the `White Horse` Final in 1923.