About Alexander Foster
Lived 1890 – 1972 (aged 82). Alexander Foster was a rugby union player.
Alexander Roulston Foster (22 June 1890 – 24 August 1972) was an Irish rugby union international who was part of the first official British Isles team that toured South Africa in 1910. He also played on 17 occasions for Ireland.
Early life Alexander Roulston Foster was born in Derry, Ireland 22 June 1890. He was educated at Queen's University Belfast.
Rugby career Foster played rugby union as a centre and captained his university side, Queen's University RFC.
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Who was Alexander Foster?
Irish rugby union footballer (1890-1972)
When was Alexander Foster born?
Alexander Foster was born on 22 June 1890 in Derry.
When did Alexander Foster die?
Alexander Foster died on 24 August 1972 in Bantry.
What was Alexander Foster's occupation?
Alexander Foster was a rugby union player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alexander Foster (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alexander Foster. https://biography.guide/alexander-foster/
MLA: "Alexander Foster." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/alexander-foster/.
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