Pre-order | The Death, and Life, of David 'Soldier' Wilson
by Daniel Chapman
A new 80 page paperback book telling the full, lost story behind one of Elland Road's most dramatic days: the death of centre-forward David 'Soldier' Wilson, while playing for Leeds City in 1906.
IMPORTANT: This book is at PRE-ORDER stage. If you order now and live in the UK your copy should be with you in time for Christmas, but please allow for it being delayed. So please don't make it your main present or something, just in case!
ALSO: All books will be signed, but if you would like a personalised message, please write it in the 'Need to leave a note or instructions?' box on the checkout page. If you miss it, please use the contact form asap to let me know.
AND: Leedsista members, check your emails to find a pre-order code to buy this book for £5.
On 27th October, 1906, a young Leeds City footballer died during a match against Burnley. That much was known. But over the years what else was known about him has become mixed up and forgotten. Here is the story of the death of David 'Soldier' Wilson, and the story of his life.
⭑ a tragic but sweet upbringing in Leith
⭑ ruling Edinburgh with Yardheads school
⭑ pioneering knee surgery
⭑ suspension by Dundee for 'misbehaviour'
⭑ the first player ever sent off for Hull
⭑ a death that set newspaper columnists aflame
⭑ a daughter he never knew
You can read the first part of David Soldier Wilson's story online here, and More to Read Leedsista members can read it all.
But if you're not a member, or would prefer to read all 11,000 words in a comfortable 80 page paperback, or would like to give this story to someone as a gift, this is the book for you.