Over the Line

by Tom Palmer

This is a true story set in World War I. It tells the story of the Footballers’ Battalion which compromised of professional footballers who signed up after being called cowards. It follows Jack Cock, a player for Huddersfield.

Themes

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  • History
  • World War I
  • France
  • Football
  • Bravery
  • Friendship
  • Sport
  • Dilemma
  • North East England
  • Empathy
  • Death