An early photograph of Hartlepool Athletic, possibly taken in 1943 their founding year and possibly at their first game, away to RAF Thornaby. 5th from the left of Bob Robinson, second left is George Bulley.
The first XV named by the new club for the game at Thornaby on 18th September, 1943, was Bennett, Pouton, Allen, Frank Hand, Platts, Laurie Hand, Robinson, John Hand, Fred Calvert (Captain), Hogarth, Scooones, Keasey, Todd, Norris, Bulley, Unthank, Briggs, Webster, Wilson, McAndrew, Pell.
Date (of image) : 18/9/1943
Donor : Hartlepool BBOB RFC
Creator : Rob Robinson
Part of the "Hartlepool BBOB RFC" collection
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Images and information about Hartlepool Athletic Rugby Football Club, formed 1943 and ceased playing 2021
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