Edris Albert Hapgood Collection

Arsenal footballer Alex James passes three Manchester City players, c1929-c1937. Artist: Graphic Photo Union
Arsenal footballer Alex James passes three Manchester City players, c1929-c1937. An inside forward renowned for his ball control and passing

Jack Allen heads Newcastles first goal, FA Cup Final, Wembley, London, 1932. Artist: Graphic Photo Union
Jack Allen heads Newcastles first goal, FA Cup Final, Wembley, London, 1932. The Arsenal players are Eddie Hapgood, goalkeeper Frank Moss, Herbie Roberts and George Male

Winston Churchill greets the England football team, Wembley, London, October 1941. Artist: London News Agency
Winston Churchill greets the England football team, Wembley, London, October 1941. The Prime Minister being introduced to the players by England captain Eddie Hapgood before a wartime international

A pause for instruction from film producer Anthony Asquith, Twickenham, London, c1932. During the making of the Gainsborough Pictures film, The Lucky Number

Arsenal FC captain Eddie Hapgood runs onto the pitch at Highbury, London, 1930s. Artist: Barratts Photo Press Ltd
Arsenal FC captain Eddie Hapgood runs onto the pitch at Highbury, London, 1930s. A left back, Hapgood (1908-1973) was Arsenals captain from 1933

Young Tony Hapgood shows his skills at Highbury, London, c1933-c19375). Artist: Topical Press Agency
Young Tony Hapgood shows his skills at Highbury, (1945). Watched by Arsenal footballers Eddie Hapgood (his father) (1908-1973), Frank Moss (1909-1970) and Alex James

England captain Eddie Hapgood receives treatment for a broken nose after a match with Italy, 1934. Tom Whittaker (1898-1956), the England teams trainer, treats Hapgoods (1908-1973) broken nose

Action from an Arsenal v Chelsea football match, c1936-c1944. Artist: Sport & General
Action from an Arsenal v Chelsea football match, c1936-c1944. Arsenals Eddie Hapgood and Chelseas Peter Buchanan in a strange pose

Stanley Matthews and Eddie Hapgood pause between shots during a round of golf, 1945. England footballers Hapgood (1908-1973) (left) and Matthews (1915-2000) off duty in Germany

Action from an Arsenal v Sheffield United football match, c1927-1937. Artist: London News Agency
Action from an Arsenal v Sheffield United football match, c1927-1937. A split second interception, and Ball (Sheffield United) is beaten to the ball by Arsenals Eddie Hapgood

Introductions before a RAF vs Metropolitan Police football match, Wembley, London, 1942. Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Phillip Game (1876-1961) is introduced to the RAF team before the match

Acrobatics in a Arsenal v Chelsea match at Stamford Bridge, London, c1933-c1938. Artist: Sport & General
Acrobatics in a Arsenal v Chelsea match at Stamford Bridge, London, c1933-c1938. Arsenal captain Eddie Hapgood clears the ball watched by Chelseas George Gibson (centre)

En route for Wolverhampton for the England v Wales football match, 1936. Artist: Keystone
En route for Wolverhampton for the England v Wales football match, 1936. Left to right: Secretary of the Football Association Stanley Rous (1895-1986)

English footballer Eddie Hapgood meeting King George VI, c1937-c1944. Edris Albert Eddie Hapgood (1908-1973) captained Arsenal and England in the 1930s

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"Edris Albert Hapgood: A Football Legend and True Sportsman" Step back in time to witness the incredible career of Edris Albert Hapgood, a name that resonates with football greatness. From his early days as an Arsenal FC captain to his unforgettable moments on the pitch, Hapgood's legacy is etched in history. In the late 1920s to early 1930s, Arsenal footballer Alex James passes three Manchester City players with finesse and skill. This iconic moment captured by Graphic Photo Union showcases Hapgood's teammate's brilliance alongside him. The year was 1932 when Jack Allen headed Newcastle's first goal in the FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. The image immortalized by Graphic Photo Union depicts a triumphant moment for both Allen and Hapgood, who played a vital role in leading their team to victory. Even off the field, Hapgood's influence extended beyond football. In 1932, film producer Anthony Asquith sought instruction from this remarkable sportsman at Twickenham. His wisdom transcended boundaries and inspired individuals from various fields. Highbury Stadium witnessed countless memorable moments during its heyday, including Eddie Hapgood running onto the pitch as Arsenal FC captain throughout the 1930s. Barratts Photo Press Ltd captures this captivating scene where leadership meets passion for the game. During World War II, Winston Churchill greeted England's national football team at Wembley Stadium in October 1941. Amongst those honored was none other than Eddie Hapgood himself – a testament to his dedication and contribution to English football. Football talent runs deep within generations of the Hapgoods; young Tony showcased his skills at London's beloved stadium -Highbury- between 1933 and 1937. Topical Press Agency beautifully encapsulates these youthful aspirations that would later shape British sport forever. Not all victories come without sacrifice.