Soccer at War 1939-45: The Complete Record of British Football and Footballer...

Description: Soccer at War 1939-45: The Complete Record of British Football and Footballers During the Second World War Rollin, Jack Product Overview Soccer at War is the compelling account of the national game during this defining moment in history. Rollin reveals how it was that football not only continued to be played and watched, but also grew in popularity and stature. He explains how, while the country fought for freedom, the sport offered morale-boosting appeal to war workers, servicemen, and civilians alike. The book tells of the hundreds of professional footballers who joined up, those who became heroes, and those who did not come back, the enthusiasts who administered the game in their spare time, and the players who turned out for thirty bob a week. The servicemen who went AWOL to play and others who hitch- hiked just to get to a game also find their place in the story, along with the record-breaking goalscoring achievements. Looking further afield to occupied Europe, Soccer at War also exposes the role of football in Hitler's regime. Read more Details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Headline Book Publishing; 2nd Edition (June 1, 2005) Language ‏ : ‎ English Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 464 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 075531431X ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 17 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.96 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.34 x 9.53 x 1.77 inches Best Sellers Rank: #11,114,054 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #2,937 in Rugby (Books) #11,117 in Sports History (Books) #12,808 in Soccer (Books) #2,937 in Rugby (Books) #11,117 in Sports History (Books) We have been selling used books since 2012, and we've learned that the most important thing is doing good business. Honesty is our policy. Free Shipping We ship worldwide. We have multiple warehouses around the world, so please note the extended handling time on certain listings.

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