Edris 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 Hapgood: A Football Legend and a Man of Many Talents" From his remarkable skills on the football pitch to his encounters with influential figures, Edris Hapgood's life was filled with extraordinary moments. As Arsenal FC captain, he showcased his prowess as he fearlessly ran onto the pitch at Highbury in 1930s London. The iconic image captured by Barratts Photo Press Ltd immortalizes his dedication and leadership. Hapgood's impact extended beyond club football. In international matches, such as the encounter with Italy in 1934, he demonstrated resilience even after suffering a broken nose. His commitment to England as their captain earned him respect from both teammates and opponents alike. Off the field, Hapgood's versatility shone through. He shared moments of camaraderie with film producer Anthony Asquith during a pause for instruction at Twickenham in 1932. This glimpse into their interaction hints at Hapgood's multifaceted nature and connections outside of sports. The admiration for Hapgood reached great heights when Winston Churchill himself greeted the England football team at Wembley in October 1941. This meeting symbolized not only Churchill's recognition of their achievements but also highlighted how sport can unite nations during challenging times. Hapgood's passion for football seemed to run in the family, as young Tony Hapgood displayed his skills at an early age on the hallowed grounds of Highbury during the 1930s. The Topical Press Agency captured this momentous occasion that hinted towards future talent within their lineage. Beyond football, Stanley Matthews joined forces with Eddie Hapgood between shots on a golf course in 1945—a testament to their friendship and shared love for sportsmanship across different disciplines. Action-packed matches against rivals like Chelsea and Sheffield United showcased Arsenal’s competitive spirit throughout various eras—from c1927-1944—captured by the lenses of London News Agency and Sport & General.