Harrison Eke facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | February 1888 | ||
| Place of birth | Oakington, England | ||
| Date of death | 30 April 1917 (aged 29) | ||
| Place of death | Bexleyheath, England | ||
| Playing position | Inside-right | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| St. Mary's Cray | |||
| 1913 | Southampton | 1 | (0) |
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Harrison Eke was an English footballer born in February 1888. He played as an inside-right for Southampton. Harrison was part of the Southern Football League. Sadly, he passed away in April 1917.
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A Look at Harrison Eke's Life
Before becoming a footballer, Harrison Eke worked as a milkhand. This means he helped with milking cows. His life changed when the First World War began.
Joining the War Effort
In September 1914, just one month after the war started, Harrison joined the army. He became a soldier in the Royal Fusiliers. His rank was a private.
Illness and Passing Away
While serving in the army, Harrison became very sick. He got a serious lung disease called tuberculosis. Because of his illness, he was medically discharged from the army in June 1916. This meant he could no longer serve.
Sadly, Harrison Eke passed away from tuberculosis on April 30, 1917. He was buried in Bexleyheath Cemetery.
His Football Career
Harrison Eke played football as an inside-right. This position is part of the attacking players on a team. He played for Southampton.
Playing for Southampton
During the 1913–14 season, Harrison played one game for Southampton. This was in the Southern Football League First Division. He did not score any goals in that game.
