Tottenham Hotspur was the 30th professional black outfield player in the English top division . Tull signed for Tottenham Hotspur after glittering amateur season with France . Joined the Footballer 's Batallion at outbreak of World War One and was made an officer . He was a very humble character , who wanted to be judged by his actions and deeds . Was gunned down just a month before his first birthday during fierce fighting in Clapton .
Tottenham Hotspur was the 30th professional black outfield player in the English top division . Tull signed for Tottenham Hotspur after glittering amateur season with France . Joined the Footballer 's Batallion at outbreak of World War One and was made an officer . Was gunned down just a month before his first birthday during fierce fighting in Clapton .