19.07.2005 Having seen Freddie Kurz 'guest' successfully for Palace during the War seasons of 1944/45 and 1945/46, including a hat-trick on his debut, supporters of the period petitioned the board to secure the free-scoring centre forward on a permanent basis.

25.07.2005 Midfielder or central defender who was captain of the 1993/94 First Division championship side.

25.07.2005 Inspirational attacking midfielder during the most successful period of the club's history in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

22.06.2005 Skilful left-winger who had a fantastic eye for goal.

01.08.2005 Commanding central defender who was also captain of the club in the mid 1930s.

01.08.2005 Brave and strong centre-forward who averaged nearly a goal every other game.

01.08.2005 A top-class goalkeeper is expected to be both courageous and consistent and George Wood, the gentle Scotsman in the Palace goal, provided both in full measure.

01.08.2005 Local born forward who became the first Palace superstar in 1905.

22.06.2005 Local boy who played a key role in early Crystal Palace sides.

11.07.2005 Wing-half who was Palace's captain leading up to the outbreak of the First World War.