Norman Riddell


Norman Grey Riddell MM was an English professional footballer who played as a left back in the Football League for Clapton Orient.

Personal life

Prior to the First World War, Riddell worked for the North Eastern Railway. He served as a colour sergeant in the Northumberland Fusiliers during the First World War. In December 1917, Riddell was awarded the Military Medal "for having rallied and led his men after his sergeants and corporals had become casualties and subsequently dealt with an enemy sniper who was causing heavy casualties during the advance". Riddell was killed in Italy on 15 June 1918 and was buried in Magnaboschi British Cemetery, Asiago plateau.

Honours