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Eddie Collection (#2)

"Eddie: A Heroic Journey through Blitz, Football, and Stunts" Step into the extraordinary life of Eddie, a man who embodied courage and passion in every endeavor

Background imageEddie Collection: Eddie Gomez and Martin Taylor, Ronnie Scotts, London, July 2000. Artist: Brian O Connor

Eddie Gomez and Martin Taylor, Ronnie Scotts, London, July 2000. Artist: Brian O Connor
Eddie Gomez, Ronnie Scott s, London, July 2000

Background imageEddie Collection: Eddie Gomez, Royal Festival Hall London, July 1988. Artist: Brian O Connor

Eddie Gomez, Royal Festival Hall London, July 1988. Artist: Brian O Connor
Eddie Gomez, Royal Festival Hall London, July 1988

Background imageEddie Collection: Eddie Daniels, C Terry and John Dankworth, Barbican, London, 1986. Artist: Brian O Connor

Eddie Daniels, C Terry and John Dankworth, Barbican, London, 1986. Artist: Brian O Connor
Eddie Daniels, Clark Terry and John Dankworth, Barbican, London, 1986

Background imageEddie Collection: Eddie Daniels, Clark Terry and John Dankworth, Barbican, London, 1986. Artist: Brian O Connor

Eddie Daniels, Clark Terry and John Dankworth, Barbican, London, 1986. Artist: Brian O Connor
Eddie Daniels, Clark Terry and John Dankworth, Barbican, London, 1986

Background imageEddie Collection: Eddie Henderson, Ronnie Scotts, London, 1973. Artist: Brian O Connor

Eddie Henderson, Ronnie Scotts, London, 1973. Artist: Brian O Connor
Eddie Henderson, American jazz trumpet and flugelhorn player, Ronnie Scott s, London, 1973

Background imageEddie Collection: Eddie Myer, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde, East Sussex, 2013

Eddie Myer, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde, East Sussex, 2013

Background imageEddie Collection: Eddie Henderson, Jazz Hastings Club, Hastings, East Sussex, 2008

Eddie Henderson, Jazz Hastings Club, Hastings, East Sussex, 2008

Background imageEddie Collection: Eddie Henderson, Tenor Clef, 1993. Artist: Brian O Connor

Eddie Henderson, Tenor Clef, 1993. Artist: Brian O Connor
Eddie Henderson, Tenor Clef, 1993

Background imageEddie Collection: Bassist Eddie Jones playing at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, 1982

Bassist Eddie Jones playing at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, 1982

Background imageEddie Collection: Bassist Eddie Jones at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, 1982

Bassist Eddie Jones at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, 1982

Background imageEddie Collection: American saxophonist Ornette Coleman meets a clown, Bracknell Jazz Festival, Berkshire, 1978

American saxophonist Ornette Coleman meets a clown, Bracknell Jazz Festival, Berkshire, 1978. Piano player and trombonist Eddie Harvey is in the background

Background imageEddie Collection: The hands and book of American double bassist Eddie Jones, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 1967

The hands and book of American double bassist Eddie Jones, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 1967
The hands and book of American double bassist Eddie Jones, Welwyn Garden City Cinema, Hertfordshire, 29 September 1967

Background imageEddie Collection: American double bassist Eddie Jones, Welwyn Garden City Cinema, Hertfordshire, 29 September 1967

American double bassist Eddie Jones, Welwyn Garden City Cinema, Hertfordshire, 29 September 1967

Background imageEddie Collection: American guitarist an banjo player Eddie Condon, 1950s. Artist: Denis Williams

American guitarist an banjo player Eddie Condon, 1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
American guitarist and banjo player Eddie Condon, 1950s

Background imageEddie Collection: The Count Basie Orchestra in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957

The Count Basie Orchestra in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957. Joe Williams on vocals and Eddie Jones on double bass

Background imageEddie Collection: Tenor saxophonist Eddie Lockjaw Davis playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire

Tenor saxophonist Eddie Lockjaw Davis playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 12 April 1982. Bill Eyden (drums) and Jim Richardson (double bass) are visible behind Davis

Background imageEddie Collection: Eddie Lockjaw Davis and Jim Richardson playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 1982

Eddie Lockjaw Davis and Jim Richardson playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 1982
Eddie Lockjaw Davis (tenor saxophone) and Jim Richardson (double bass) playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 12 April 1982

Background imageEddie Collection: The Eddie Condon All Stars in concert, Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957

The Eddie Condon All Stars in concert, Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957
The Eddie Condon All Stars on stage at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957. Left to right: Eddie Condon (guitar), Gene Schroeder (piano), Wild Bill Davison (cornet), Bob Wilber (clarinet)

Background imageEddie Collection: Portrait of American guitarist an banjo player Eddie Condon, 1950s

Portrait of American guitarist an banjo player Eddie Condon, 1950s

Background imageEddie Collection: The Lionel Hampton Orchestra in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1956

The Lionel Hampton Orchestra in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1956. Hampton watching tenor saxophonist Eddie Chamblee perform a solo

Background imageEddie Collection: Denis Williams photographing Eddie Cleanhead Vinson at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, 1981

Denis Williams photographing Eddie Cleanhead Vinson at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, 1981
Photographer Denis Williams making a study of Eddie Cleanhead Vinson at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, held in the grounds of Knebworth House, Hertfordshire, July 1981

Background imageEddie Collection: Eddie Henderson, Bass Clef, 1990. Artist: Brian O Connor

Eddie Henderson, Bass Clef, 1990. Artist: Brian O Connor
Eddie Henderson, Bass Clef, 1990

Background imageEddie Collection: The New York Repertory Company playing at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, London, 1979

The New York Repertory Company playing at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, London, 1979
The New York Repertory Company playing at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Alexandra Palace, London, 17 July 1979: Dick Hyman (piano), Bucky Pizzarelli (guitar), George Duvivier (bass)

Background imageEddie Collection: Winston Churchill greets the England football team, Wembley, London, October 1941

Winston Churchill greets the England football team, Wembley, London, October 1941. Artist: London News Agency
Winston Churchill greets the England football team, Wembley, London, October 1941. The Prime Minister being introduced to the players by England captain Eddie Hapgood before a wartime international

Background imageEddie Collection: A pause for instruction from film producer Anthony Asquith, Twickenham, London, c1932

A pause for instruction from film producer Anthony Asquith, Twickenham, London, c1932. During the making of the Gainsborough Pictures film, The Lucky Number

Background imageEddie Collection: Arsenal FC captain Eddie Hapgood runs onto the pitch at Highbury, London, 1930s

Arsenal FC captain Eddie Hapgood runs onto the pitch at Highbury, London, 1930s. Artist: Barratts Photo Press Ltd
Arsenal FC captain Eddie Hapgood runs onto the pitch at Highbury, London, 1930s. A left back, Hapgood (1908-1973) was Arsenals captain from 1933

Background imageEddie Collection: At a Bright Young Party

At a Bright Young Party
Cartoon showing some young personalities of the time at a party: Rosemary Hope-Vere, Oliver Messel, Philip Kindersley, Lord Donegall, Sir Anthony Weldon, Lady Seafield, Hon

Background imageEddie Collection: Floor of Fame at Graumans Chinese Theatre, Hollywood

Floor of Fame at Graumans Chinese Theatre, Hollywood
The Floor of Fame at Graumans Chinese Theatre, Hollywood, California, USA Date: 1941

Background imageEddie Collection: EDDIE CANTOR (1892-1964). American comedian. Photograph, 1930s

EDDIE CANTOR (1892-1964). American comedian. Photograph, 1930s




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"Eddie: A Heroic Journey through Blitz, Football, and Stunts" Step into the extraordinary life of Eddie, a man who embodied courage and passion in every endeavor. From his days as an AFS firefighter during the Blitz in London to his remarkable career as a footballer for Arsenal FC, Eddie's story is one of resilience and determination. In the iconic image captured by Graphic Photo Union, we witness Arsenal legend Alex James gracefully maneuvering past three Manchester City players on the pitch. This snapshot encapsulates Eddie's era as he shared the field with some of football's greatest talents from 1929 to 1937. But Eddie was not only known for his skills on the football ground; he also had a taste for adventure. The Douglas DC-3S N1R became his vessel to explore new horizons and embrace thrilling experiences beyond sports. His audacious spirit led him to become a superstitious stuntman who slept in a coffin before dangerous feats - an eccentricity that both fascinated and perplexed many. Amidst all these daring pursuits, Eddie found solace in music and entertainment. Songs like "Till The Lights Of London Shine Again" and "When The Lights Go On Again" resonated deeply with him during wartime, reminding him of hope amidst darkness. He cherished performances by British variety duo "The Two Rascals, " whose comedic acts brought joy to audiences throughout the 1920s. Eddie's love for entertainment extended beyond spectating; he even collaborated with film producer Anthony Asquith at Twickenham Studios in London during the early 1930s. Their partnership showcased Eddie's versatility beyond sports as he sought guidance from Asquith while navigating new creative territories. As captain of Arsenal FC at Highbury Stadium, Eddie Hapgood commanded respect both on and off the pitch. Barratts Photo Press Ltd immortalized this moment when he ran onto the field, leading his team with unwavering determination.