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Footballers Battalion attending HQ at Kingsway for pay, WW1
Mr F. J. Wall, secretary of the Football Association, sits at a table at the associations headquarters, ready to pay members of the Footballers Battalion. The caption comments that around 120 men had joined so far, with Clapton Orient being the most prominent for numbers, but of course, very many more are wanted - and would come, if Cup tie gates did not make national existence kick the beam.
1915
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Introducing the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle collection, featuring an intriguing historical image of "Footballers Battalion attending HQ at Kingsway for pay, WW1" by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating puzzle brings to life a unique moment in time as members of the Footballers Battalion, a unit formed of professional footballers, gathered at the Football Association headquarters for their pay during World War 1. Mr. F.J. Wall, the secretary of the Football Association, is depicted seated at a table, ready to distribute the earnings. Engage in a rewarding puzzle experience while immersing yourself in this fascinating piece of history. Let the intricate design pieces come together to reveal the remarkable story behind this iconic photograph. Solve it alone or with friends and family, and bring history to life in a fun and interactive way.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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In this poignant image from 1915, Mr. F.J. Wall, the Secretary of the Football Association, sits at the association's headquarters in Kingsway, ready to pay members of the Footballers Battalion. Around 120 footballers had joined the battalion so far, with Clapton Orient leading the charge in terms of numbers. However, it is clear that many more were needed, and would come, if the gates at Cup ties did not threaten to jeopardize the very existence of the national football league. The Footballers Battalion, a unique military unit formed during the First World War, was comprised of professional footballers who put down their soccer balls to answer the call to arms. The battalion, which was part of the Middlesex Regiment, was formed in response to the growing sense that sportsmen, with their fitness and discipline, could make valuable contributions to the war effort. The image captures a moment of solidarity and determination, as these brave men, who had entertained and inspired the nation through their athletic prowess, now pledged their loyalty and strength to the cause of the war. The Footballers Battalion went on to see action on the Western Front, and their story serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by athletes and civilians alike during the Great War.
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