His Story as an Example of Inclusive Britishness

Jun 5, 2013 ... Walter Daniel Tull (1888 - 1918) - first established his sporting credentials at Forest Gate's Clapton FC, in the years before the first World War. Walter Tull (28 April 1888 - 25 March 1918) was a professional footballer and British Army officer. His father was Barbadian, his mother was from Kent. He ... Mar 21, 2018 ... The nation's first infantry officer of black heritage British Army officer made history on the football pitch and in World War 1. 2 days ago ... ... football venue in London, but also the ground where Walter Tull – one of the first Black players in England – started off playing as an ... Dec 5, 2022 ... Walter Tull was a trailblazer. But when World War I broke out, he became the first Black officer in the British army to lead a battalion. Mar 26, 2018 ... Efforts are being made to ensure he will not be forgotten. Walter Tull orphanage football team (pic: Action for Children). Image: Tull's ... Oct 20, 2021 ... War Hero. Other clubs wanted to sign Walter Tull and in 1914 Glasgow Rangers began negotiations with Northampton Town. However, before he could ... Oct 1, 2012 ... A keen footballer, the young Walter began playing for local Clapton FC in 1908-09 and was signed up as a professional footballer for Tottenham ... Nov 8, 2023 ... The Under-12s from our Academy take part in an initiative called the Christmas Truce Project, as they learn about how the positivity of football can unite ... Jan 5, 2011 ... Dan Lyndon, Roger Wade Walker ... Walter Tull was a successful footballer and officer in the British Army in World War One. These achievements are ...