Walter Tull (Tully) is one of Britain's unsung heroes. This fascinating biography tells of his life as an orphan, as a Premier League football player and finally, as an army officer during the First World War. An incredible and moving story that describes how a poor orphan became the first black officer in the British army.

 

This book is part of a book series called Gr8Reads .

. This book is part of a HiLo reading scheme, combining high interest relative to the required reading skill.

There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published 2011 by Barrington Stoke Ltd .

Michaela Morgan is a well-regarded author whose recent Walter Tull's Scrapbook earned her glowing reviews and a boost in profile, as well as a shortlisting for the Blue Peter Book Award for Best Book with Facts. Phoebe Bright is the author of the bestselling Lucky Stars series, illustrated by Karen Donnelly. Explore the magical world of the stars - where wishes really do come true - with this collectable, irresistible series for younger readers.