Charles Emmanuel Hillam (6 October 1908 – 16 June 1958) was an English professional

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who played as a goalkeeper in the

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for Nelson, Burnley, Clapton Orient,

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and Southend United.

Personal life

During the early years of his football career, Hillam worked as a

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. After retiring from professional football, he worked as a policeman.

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1908 births 1958 deaths English men's footballers Manchester United F.C. players Clitheroe F.C. players Leyton Orient F.C. players Burnley F.C. players Nelson F.C. players Footballers from Burnley Brentford F.C. wartime guest players Men's association football goalkeepers English Football League players Southend United F.C. players Chingford Town F.C. players {{England-footy-goalkeeper-stub English miners Deaths from lung cancer in England British police officers