Rejected petition Medal for Black War Hero

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I submit that Walter Tull should be recognised for his bravery during WWI. It is a travesty that he was denied recognition just because of the colour of his skin.

"Walter Tull, one of the first black footballers to play in England, led men in Italy during the war and was killed at aged 29 on the Somme in 1918.

Supporters said he was recommended for the medal but it was never given.

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) said no medals could be awarded "beyond five years after the event ".

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Date submitted 4 December 2012
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