Robert Hawkes

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Robert Murray "Bob" Hawkes (18 October 1880 in Breachwood Green - 12 September 1945) was an English footballer who played for Luton Town, became their first international player, and competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics. Hawkes joined his local team Luton Town as an amateur in 1900, while working in the hat trade which was prominent in the town. Such was his quality, that he was a member of the English team which won the gold medal in the football tournament at the 1908 London Olympics. Meanwhile, he had become the captain of Luton Town. He also made five appearances for the full England team, making his debut against Ireland on 16 February 1907.