Football, Colonialism, and Migration
How did football evolve over time in both the Congo and Belgium? How has football (environments) been used beyond playing a sport? This is a learning activity to help students explore these topics.
Spread of football as cultural history
Students can explore 19th and 20th century global history through the cultural spread of the game.
Constant “Jimmy” Cremer: Identity in a State of Empire
Global and local travels of an African football pioneer.
Seen from the Valley
Football in India arose from the presence of British troops, but the game that could unite, was later eclipsed by cricket. A local story from India.
Christian Karembeu: Facing Empire in Football
Christian Karembeu’s experience is an example of colonial and economic migration.
Walter Tull, Black footballer and Soldier
Walter Tull was a pioneering Black footballer and a soldier.
Andrew Watson: the first black international player?
Andrew was the first black player in international football. His story is one of colonial migration and education.
France in the mirror of football
On this day, Euro2020 would have almost reached the finals. The French team gives us the opportunity to look at national identity and migration.
