The Sunder Years 1946: The Return of League Football & Raich Carter

Join Martin, Andrew and Kelvin as they take a fascinating journey back to Sunderland in 1946 — a year of recovery, rebuilding, civic pride and, most importantly, the return of league football to Roker Park.

We explore a town emerging from the shadow of the Second World War, including Princess Elizabeth’s rain-soaked visit to the shipyards and Sunderland Infirmary, the pride surrounding the town’s booming shipbuilding industry, packed cinemas and the changing mood across Sunderland as Christmas approached.

And, of course, football was finally back at Roker Park.

We look at the return of Raich Carter, who came back to Sunderland wearing the colours of Derby County, explore the career of prolific goalscorer Cliff Whitelum, and remember Alf Common on the anniversary of his death.

A fascinating snapshot of Sunderland at a pivotal moment in its history.

All this and much more!

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