John Giles made an immediate impact when he signed for the Whites in August 1963 helping them win promotion to Division One after a seven year hiatus. He would go on to form a formidable midfield partnership with Billy Bremner during the club's most successful period in its history in the 1960s and 1970s. He made 525 appearances in total for the Whites scoring 114 goals and was voted in the official list of the club's 100 greatest players. Enjoy these photo memories, published courtesy of the YEP archive, Getty and Varley Picture Agency, of a midfield genius who is said could place the ball on a sixpence from a distance of fifty yards with either foot. LUFC LEGENDS IN FOCUS: Billy Bremner | Allan Clarke | Peter Lorimer LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
1. 1960s
Midfield architects John Giles (right) and Billy Bremner, combine to open the way to goal against Napoli in the Inter-City Fairs Cup in November 1968.
3. 1970s
Brothers in law John Giles and Nobby Stiles walk off after the FA Cup semi final in March 1970.
4. 1970s
John Giles fires in a free kick as the referee ducks for cover. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
5. 1970s
John Giles on the march against West Ham United at Elland Road in October 1971. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
6. 1970s
John Giles directs play against Chelsea in May 1972 at Elland Road. The Whites won 2-0 thanks to goals from Mick Jones and Billy Bremner. Photo: Varley Picture Agency