Alf Spencer facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Alfred Spencer | ||
| Position(s) | Inside right | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1913–1914 | Clapton Orient | 1 | (0) |
| 1914–1915 | Chatham Town | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Alfred Spencer was an English footballer who played as an inside right. He made one appearance in the Football League for Clapton Orient.
Alf Spencer's Story
His Time as a Footballer
Alf Spencer was an amateur footballer. This means he played for the love of the game, not as a paid professional. He played for Clapton Orient during the 1913–1914 season. He only played in one Football League match for them. After his time at Clapton Orient, he moved to Chatham Town. He played for Chatham Town during the 1914–1915 season.
Serving His Country
Beyond his football career, Alf Spencer also served his country. He was a soldier, known as a private, in the British Army. He served during a very important time in history, the First World War. He was stationed in India for some time. During the war, he faced many difficult situations. He was injured twice while serving. In May 1918, he was listed as a prisoner of war. This means he was captured by the enemy during the conflict. His service showed great bravery during a challenging period for the world.
