I definitely think there is some merit in your opinion. I still miss the protests and almost anarchy of that period....as well of course of some almost insignificant game against Hereford.
Only a matter of opinion of course, but I personally found the two seasons 77/78 & 78/79 far more exciting. I think those dates can be included " OUR ENTIRE HISTORY".....?
Perhaps I should have alluded to his various tenures as a manager in the Premier League rather than all his football...
I do honestly believe that so many of Chris Hughtons die-hard supporters are somewhat coloured in their view, that because he was such a" very nice man" he must therefore be a "very good man manager".