About Alan Blackburn
Lived 1935 – 2014 (aged 78). Alan Blackburn was a British association football player.
Alan Blackburn (4 August 1935 – January 2014) was an English footballer. He played outside-left professionally for West Ham United and Halifax Town between 1954 and 1961, making a total of 139 Football League appearances. After his time in the Football League, Blackburn went on to play for non-league clubs including Margate, Wellington Town and Stevenage Athletic. Blackburn died in January 2014.
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Who was Alan Blackburn?
English footballer (1935-2014)
When was Alan Blackburn born?
Alan Blackburn was born on 4 August 1935 in Mansfield.
When did Alan Blackburn die?
Alan Blackburn died on 14 January 2014 in New Brunswick.
What was Alan Blackburn's occupation?
Alan Blackburn was an association football player.
What nationality was Alan Blackburn?
Alan Blackburn was British.
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