Justin Fashanu. Not Forgotten. The Biography Book:Paperback John's long-running Herald History column

John's long-running Herald History column is essential weekly reading for both born-and-bred Tammies and for newcomers alike who want to learn more about the town's fascinating past

the Greenock Morton programme for six seasons and was a regular contributor to the magazines of St

The 20th century started off well enough

He is an historian on the sport and a former boxing consultant for Guinness World Records

Justin Fashanu. Not Forgotten. The Biography Book:Paperback John's long-running Herald History columnPublished 1st Feb 2025 Justin Fashanu was the first out gay professional footballer in the world and for many years the only one. Raised by white foster parents, this young, black man played football at the highest level to a soundtrack of racist abuse. He became a born again Christian, joyous but tormented by fear of hell, never able to reconcile his faith with his sexuality. Determined to live life to the full, Fashanu took on its challenges with