Albert Burge
Australian rugby union and rugby league footballer
About Albert Burge
Lived 1889 – 1943 (aged 53). Albert Burge was an Australian rugby league player and rugby union player.
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Rugby league career 'Alby' Burge switched to rugby league football initially joining South Sydney but then in 1911 he joined his brother Frank at Glebe. Albert was the captain of the Glebe side that lost the 1911 New South Wales Rugby League premiership final to Easts and captained the side.
He and his brother Frank, continued to captain Glebe until his retirement after the 1919 NSWRFL season. He also had a brief stint with the North Sydney Bears in 1913.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Albert Burge?
Australian rugby union and rugby league footballer (1889-1943)
When was Albert Burge born?
Albert Burge was born on 4 June 1889.
When did Albert Burge die?
Albert Burge died on 4 January 1943 in Hornsby.
What was Albert Burge's occupation?
Albert Burge was a rugby league player and rugby union player.
What nationality was Albert Burge?
Albert Burge was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Albert Burge. https://biography.guide/albert-burge/
MLA: "Albert Burge." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/albert-burge/.
Chicago: "Albert Burge." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/albert-burge/.
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