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Donald Simpson Bell

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English footballer (1890-1916)

FootballersLived 1890 to 1916 · aged 25
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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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Teams 2

Crystal Palace F.C.
Bradford (Park Avenue) A.F.C.

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Victoria Cross

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About this person

Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1890 to 1916 · aged 25
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5 languages

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