Adam Armstrong
New Zealand rugby union player
About Adam Armstrong
Lived 1878 – 1959 (aged 80). Adam Armstrong was a New Zealand rugby union player and rugby union match official.
Adam Loftus Armstrong (13 April 1878 – 30 January 1959) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A wing-forward, Armstrong represented Wairarapa at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, in 1903. He played five matches for the All Blacks but did not appear in any internationals. After retiring as a player, Armstrong went on to referee to provincial level.
Following the death of Donald Watson in 1958, Armstrong was the oldest living All Black.
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Who was Adam Armstrong?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Adam Armstrong born?
Adam Armstrong was born on 13 April 1878 in Carterton.
When did Adam Armstrong die?
Adam Armstrong died on 30 January 1959 in Hastings.
What was Adam Armstrong's occupation?
Adam Armstrong was a rugby union player and rugby union match official.
What nationality was Adam Armstrong?
Adam Armstrong was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Adam Armstrong. https://biography.guide/adam-armstrong/
MLA: "Adam Armstrong." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/adam-armstrong/.
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