Legacy and Recognition

Jan 3, 2024 ... In May 1917, Tull made history by becoming the first black officer in the British Army to lead white British soldiers in battle. His commission ... Oct 18, 2023 ... GFC School Students learn about Walter Tull. Walter Tull is a name that means little to most football fans. The trailblazing footballer and ... English professional footballer Walter Tull (1888–1918) was the grandson of a slave in Barbados. During World War I, he became the first British-born person of ... Jun 23, 2020 ... Your favourite footballer might be Marcus Rashford, Raheem Sterling or one of the other excellent black footballers that showcase their skills ... Walter was only the second black man to play professional football in Britain. Tottenham Hotspur. Football Team 1909. Walter played for Tottenham until. 1910 ... Walter Tull was the first black football player within professional British football leagues and the first black army officer within Britain. Walter Daniel John Tull (28 April 1888 – 25 March 1918) was an English professional footballer who played as an inside forward for Tottenham Hotspur and ... Walter Daniel John Tull (1888-1918) was an army officer and English professional footballer who played for Tottenham Hotspur and Northampton Town. Nov 1, 2010 ... He was the first Black outfield player to play in the English. Football League. He was also the first Black officer in the British Army and was ... Mar 26, 2018 ... Sunday marked a century since former Cobblers and Tottenham player was killed on the battlefields of the Somme during the First World War.