Main content
When the Whistle Blew
Rugby world cup winner Josh Lewsey tells the story of the ultimate sacrifice made by rugby and football players during the First World War, and how they shaped the game as we know it today. To commemorate those who lost their lives, he dons his boots one more time to play a centenary rugby match.
Last on
Tue 5 Sep 2017
19:30
Clip
-
![]()
When the Whistle Blew
Duration: 00:43
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Josh Lewsey |
| Producer | Ray Hough |
| Series Editor | Dippy Chaudhary |
| Series Producer | Richard Townsend |
| Presenter | Philip Hoare |
How did WW1 change your world?
Discover how war changed the people & places of the UK: stories, clips, galleries, search
