Donald Simpson Bell
English footballer (1890-1916) · Footballers · Died at 25
Second Lieutenant Donald Simpson Bell, VC was an English school teacher and professional footballer. During World War I he was awarded the Victoria Cross (VC) for actions during the Battle of the Somme in mid-1916, becoming the only English professional football player to be awarded the VC.
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Close ties
- Billy Elliott Also played for Bradford (Park Avenue) A.F.C.
Rory Patterson Also played for Bradford (Park Avenue) A.F.C.
George Ainsley Also played for Bradford (Park Avenue) A.F.C.- Liam Dickinson Also played for Bradford (Park Avenue) A.F.C.
Jack Crayston Also played for Bradford (Park Avenue) A.F.C.- Jeff Hall Also played for Bradford (Park Avenue) A.F.C.
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Career 2
ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Crystal Palace F.C.
Bradford (Park Avenue) A.F.C.
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About this person
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1890 to 1916 · aged 25