About Alec McClure
Lived 1892 – 1973 (aged 81). Alec McClure was a British association football player.
Alexander McClure (3 April 1892 – 2 October 1971) was an English professional footballer who played as a centre half. He played for Birmingham both before and after the First World War, making 198 appearances in all competitions, and helped them win the championship of the Second Division in 1920–21. He also played in the Football League for Aston Villa, Stoke, Coventry City and Walsall.
Career McClure was born in Workington, Cumberland, on 3 April 1892.
During the First World War McClure served in the Royal Navy and was involved in the Zeebrugge Raid. He was still resident at that address at the time of his death in Birmingham on 2 October 1971 at the age of 79. A nephew, Joe McClure, also became a professional footballer.
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Who was Alec McClure?
English footballer (1892-1973)
When was Alec McClure born?
Alec McClure was born on 3 April 1892 in Workington.
When did Alec McClure die?
Alec McClure died on 1 August 1973 in Birmingham.
What was Alec McClure's occupation?
Alec McClure was an association football player.
What nationality was Alec McClure?
Alec McClure was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alec McClure. https://biography.guide/alec-mcclure/
MLA: "Alec McClure." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/alec-mcclure/.
Chicago: "Alec McClure." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/alec-mcclure/.
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