About Dick Walker
Lived 1913 – 1988 (aged 74–75). Dick Walker was a British association football player.
Edward Richard Walter Walker (22 July 1913 – February 1988) was an English footballer who played for West Ham United.
He was born in Hackney, London.
Dick Walker's three decade association with West Ham began during the 1932–33 season. Playing for Becontree Athletic on Sunday mornings, Walker was spotted by a club scout and given a trial. He played for the club in the London Midweek League, but moved to west London club Park Royal for the following season. After featuring in a number of defensive positions, he finally settled into centre-half as replacement for Jim Barrett in 1936. He received a testimonial in October 1957 against Sparta Rotterdam.
He left the club having made over 600 appearances including wartime competitions.
Walker went on to become coach to Dagenham and later joined Spurs as a scout.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dick Walker?
English footballer (1913-1988)
When was Dick Walker born?
Dick Walker was born on 22 July 1913 in Metropolitan Borough of Hackney.
When did Dick Walker die?
Dick Walker died in 1988.
What was Dick Walker's occupation?
Dick Walker was an association football player.
What nationality was Dick Walker?
Dick Walker was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dick Walker (footballer, born 1913)
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