About Albert Dawes
Lived 1907 – 1973 (aged 66). Albert Dawes was a British association football player and cricketer.
Albert George Dawes (23 April 1907 – 23 June 1973) was an English professional footballer who played for Northampton Town and Crystal Palace as a forward. He also played one first-class cricket game for Northamptonshire County Cricket Club against Derbyshire in 1933.
Albert's younger brother was Fred Dawes, who also played professionally for both Crystal Palace and Northampton Town.
Playing career Dawes began his playing career with Northampton Town in 1929 and over four seasons made 184 overall appearances for the club, scoring 103 goals. In December 1933, he signed for Crystal Palace as replacement for Peter Simpson who was injured at that time.
Later career Albert Dawes died in Goring-by-Sea, Sussex on 23 June 1973 aged 66.
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Who was Albert Dawes?
English footballer (1907-1973)
When was Albert Dawes born?
Albert Dawes was born on 23 April 1907 in Frimley Green.
When did Albert Dawes die?
Albert Dawes died on 23 June 1973 in Goring-by-Sea.
What was Albert Dawes's occupation?
Albert Dawes was an association football player and cricketer.
What nationality was Albert Dawes?
Albert Dawes was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Albert Dawes. https://biography.guide/albert-dawes/
MLA: "Albert Dawes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/albert-dawes/.
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